IT & Facilities Manager
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location | Belfast, County Antrim |
| Area | Northern Ireland, Other |
| Sector | Retail Head Office - Other |
| Salary | EUR50000.00 - EUR55000.00 per annum |
| Currency | EUR |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Zachary Daniels |
| Job Ref | BBBH30307_1711680753 |
- Description
IT & Facilities Manager | Home Retailer | Belfast
The Role
Zachary Daniels are delighted to be supporting this hugely successful homewares retailer with stores across Northern Ireland in the appointment of an IT & Facilities Manager to operate from their HQ in Belfast.
Reporting into the Group Financial Director you will be accountable for successfully managing the companies IT and infrastructure facilities
Main Accountabilities
Accountable for the delivery of I.T. services - including hardware, software and network systems while being cybersecure and meeting data protection requirements across the island of Ireland
Plan, organise, control and evaluate IT Support and Operations and how they are delivered into the business.
Strategic development, management and operation of Group IT systems to deliver an effective and highly regarded I.T. service, ensuring technology resources are kept up to date.
Take ownership of both IT disaster recovery planning, working with 3rd party providers and ensuring smooth day to day operations by troubleshooting and resolving issues to minimise downtime.
Oversee the maintenance and operation of buildings and other infrastructures to ensure all facilities are functioning optimally and safely.
Apply a structured methodology in the implementation of project plans to achieve the desired outcomes.
Procure, negotiate, manage, and monitor of contracts provided by third parties ensuring effective service delivery and value for money.
Managing routine maintenance program, negotiating with suppliers and contractors, managing building renovations and office moves.
The successful candidate will display the following skill set:
Experience dealing with hardware and cloud based infrastructure ideally with experience in IT Transformation projects impacting numerous departments and stakeholders across the business
Proven experience as IT manager or similar role, working in a Windows server and multi-site environment.
Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data protection.
Leadership skills to manage third party contractors.
Strong knowledge and understanding of Office 365 suite
Familiarity with a variety of software, hardware, and network systems.
Excellent communication skills for negotiating contracts and for managing projects.
Please note this role will require travel to various sites and a driving license is a necessity.
Facilities management is a small part of this role and therefore our client is happy to teach this aspect of the role to someone with the right aptitude - IT experience is paramount.
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