Established in 1886, Taylor Hobson is the world leader in surface and form metrology and developed the first Roundness and Surface Finish measuring instruments.
We provide contact and non-contact measurement solutions for the most demanding applications on a global basis, with a worldwide infrastructure to support our clients; we are a truly global ultra-precision metrology company.
We are pioneers, continually developing our products to meet the ever-increasing demands of next generation technologies, particularly in Optics, Bearings, Space, Defence, Aerospace, Automotive, Medical and Renewable Energy technologies.
Taylor Hobson's world leading brands include: Talyrond®, Form Talysurf® PGI, Form Talysurf® i-Series, Surtronic®, LUPHOScan, Formalysurf® PGI Optics, Talyvel®, Autocollimators, Micro-Alignment Telescope and AMECare.
Taylor Hobson is part of the Ultra Precision Technologies Division of AMETEK, Inc. which is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices.
Position summary
- Windows Server environment management and support – mixture of virtual and physical servers.
- VMware environment support and monitoring.
- Internal LAN support, monitoring and maintenance – consisting of HPE/Aruba Edge/Cisco Core switches.
- Support and monitoring of a Veeam Backup Solution.
- Support and maintenance of a Mitel on-premise telephone system.
- On-premise Active Directory administration.
- Support of approximately 150 UK based users – office and home based.
- Support of approximately 250 UK based computers.
- Support and maintenance of on-site Multifunction Printers (MFPs).
- Support and management of a mobile device fleet.
- Support of software including O365 Apps, SolidWorks and Corporate security tools.
- Ensure all IT equipment onsite is protected and in compliance with Corporate IT requirements.
- Ensure Corporate IT policies, procedures and financial SOX requirements are maintained and complied with.
- Procure new IT equipment from approved suppliers.
- Liaise with Corporate IT for support with systems under their supervision (Azure/O365/Exchange/Intune).
Key responsibilities
- Lead/support IT infrastructure projects, including the design and deployment of new IT systems within designated timeframes.
- Ensure security and integrity of data and network access.
- Identify problematic systems and areas within the business and implement strategic solutions to bring systems into compliance.
- Monitor performance of IT systems and make recommendations for improving the IT infrastructure and architecture to increase performance while limiting downtime.
- Analyse business IT infrastructure requirements by partnering with key stakeholders across the organisation to develop solutions for IT needs.
Requirements for consideration
- A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
- 1-2 years of experience working in IT operations.
- Experience of successfully managing and/or supporting IT infrastructure projects and rolling out IT infrastructures across various technologies.
- Excellent working knowledge of computer systems, security, network and systems administration, databases and data storage systems, and phone systems.
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills.
- Excellent project management skills and strong ability to prioritise.
- Firm grasp on IT infrastructure and operations best practices.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
What Taylor Hobson offer you
- A fun, relaxed and supportive working environment.
- 1pm Friday finish.
- Competitive salary and 25 days holiday including Christmas.
- Fantastic and supportive onboarding to ensure joiners are well integrated and comfortable at Taylor Hobson.
- Generous matched pension scheme.
- Life assurance.
- Option to join private health plan.
- Enhanced maternity pay.
- We are invested in developing your skills and will promote and encourage progression through the business.
- Mentoring and guidance for accreditation.
- Opportunity to get involved with charity and fundraising, which we are passionate about.
- Sports and Social Club – fun events and activities throughout the year including Christmas party.
- Perkbox – our rewards app offering discounts from a multitude of retailers, a GP service and a 24-hour Employee Assistance Program to ensure the health and wellbeing of our employees.
- Employee referral scheme of £1000
- Cycle to work scheme.
- An inclusive workforce.
- Free onsite parking, electric charging points and easy access to the city centre.
