IT Development & Operations Technician Role Profile

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Join Our Team as an IT Development & Operations Technician!

Do you have a passion for problem-solving and a knack for cybersecurity? Gel Engineering is seeking a talented IT Development & Operations Technician to support our dynamic team. Reporting to the Chief Transformation Officer, you'll play a crucial role in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and maintaining our computer and software systems while spearheading our cyber security initiatives.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

· Everyday user IT support

o Printer set-up

o Onboarding new laptops

o Onboarding new O365 accounts

o IT security

o General laptop troubleshooting

· Help developing our own Intranet.

o PowerApps & PowerAutomate

o Dataverse

o Power BI dashboards

o SharePoint document system

· Desire to help build a wider IT department.

· Identify computer or network equipment shortages and place orders.

· Register Assets.

· Desire to learn and vastly improve the company’s cyber security/ O365 capacity.

Person Specification

• Proven experience as IT Technician or relevant position

• Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication ability.

• Outstanding organisational and time-management skills.

• In depth understanding of diverse computer systems and networks.

• Good knowledge of internet security and data privacy principles.

• Degree in Computer Science, engineering, or relevant field.

• The ability to manage your workload.

• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

• Attention to detail.

• Flexibility and adaptability to changing workloads.

• Problem-solving approach to work.

• Hold a PL-400 Power Platform Developer Associate qualification.

• Hold a PL-300 Power BI data analysis associate qualification.

What’s in It for You:

· Competitive salary.

· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

· Pension scheme.

· Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.

· Life insurance.

· Reward and recognition scheme.

· Company health checks.

· One charity day per year.

· Wellbeing support through Mindful Employer.

· Continuous learning and development, opportunity to progress.

Travel time exceeding one hour will be compensated at your standard hourly rate.

About Us:

Gel Engineering is a forward-thinking engineering organisation dedicated to delivering safe, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions for water and wastewater treatment facilities. Our team of civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers provide comprehensive solutions across all aspects of water and wastewater infrastructure.

Working at Gel Engineering:

At Gel Engineering, we know our people are the foundation of our success. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We offer a range of opportunities for our employees to develop their skills and careers. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply and join our team.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment

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