IT Systems Administrator

Company: Cowgills, part of the Sumer Group
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Location: Bolton
Job Description:

We are seeking a hands‑on IT Systems Administrator to manage and support a multi‑site IT environment of approximately 270 users. This role combines infrastructure management, end‑user support, and supervision of a team member.

Department: Technology

Location: Bolton

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer and support Microsoft 365, including Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, and Intune
  • Manage on‑premise Dell servers, storage, and backups
  • Maintain and support Hyper‑V environment, including RDS infrastructure
  • Provide 1st, 2nd, and 3rd line technical support
  • Support core business applications, including accounting software (experience desirable)
  • Manage and support 3CX phone system
  • Administer Meraki firewalls, networking, and site connectivity
  • Monitor and maintain systems using RMM tools (e.g. Ninja)
  • Support and maintain Microsoft Teams meeting room and video conferencing equipment
  • Ensure security, patching, and system compliance across all environments
  • Assist with IT projects, upgrades, and system improvements

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

  • Proven experience in a similar IT support / infrastructure role
  • Strong Microsoft 365 and Intune administration skills
  • Experience with virtualisation (Hyper‑V) and RDS environments
  • Networking knowledge, including firewalls and VLANs (Meraki preferred)
  • Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions
  • Ability to manage workload independently and prioritise effectively
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
  • Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
  • Willingness to travel between North West sites

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Posted: April 17th, 2026