IT Manager - Multi-Site Group - Newtownabbey - Up to £55,000MCS Group is partnering with a well-established, multi-division organisation to recruit a hands-on IT Manager to lead and evolve group-wide IT operations across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.This is a fully onsite role based in Newtownabbey, supporting multiple locations and overseeing infrastructure, ERP systems and internal IT capability across the group.The OpportunityThis position has become available following previous leadership changes, with the business currently operating through internal IT coordinators and external MSP support. The successful candidate will take ownership of group IT operations, reduce external reliance, and provide forward-thinking technical direction.You will manage two IT Coordinators across separate divisions while remaining technically hands-on.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide desktop and end-user support across multiple group sitesDeliver network and server support both onsite and remotelyDeploy and maintain PCs, laptops, software and related infrastructureSupport and administer in-house telephony and networking systemsManage hardware and software procurement across sitesDeliver internal IT training to staffOversee and optimise ERP systems across the groupLead and improve Business Intelligence reporting capabilityDevelop and mentor two internal IT CoordinatorsManage external MSP supportDrive IT modernisation including collaboration platforms and emerging technologiesTechnical EnvironmentThe successful candidate will have strong experience across:Mid-range ERP systemsComplex WAN/LAN/WiFi networks (SonicWall, Cisco, Netgear, HP)Active Directory domain environmentsMicrosoft Office 365 administrationWindows Server and Exchange ServerServer hardware and backup systems (HP)Hyper-V and VMware virtualisationAntivirus, patch management and spam control toolsMobile Device Management (Android and iOS)VPN and mobile worker solutions (e.g. ActiveSync)Disaster Recovery planning and implementationMulti-site network infrastructureEssential ExperienceMinimum 3 years operating as an IT Manager or Technical LeadERP ExperienceExperience delivering Business Intelligence solutions across varied business functionsProven ability to manage and deliver complex technical projectsStrong troubleshooting skills across client and server environmentsExperience working in fast-paced, multi-site environmentsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsFull driving licence and access to a vehicleDesirableLinux (CentOS / Debian)Dealer Management Systems (e.g. Kerridge / Autoline)VoIP administration (Nortel BCM / Samsung)SharePoint administrationProfessional certifications (MCP, MCITP, MCTS, CCNA, ITIL or similar)What They're Looking ForA pragmatic, hands-on IT leaderSomeone comfortable being fully onsiteStrong commercial awarenessAdaptable and open to modern technologiesAble to balance strategic direction with operational delivery
Pay: Up to £55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
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