IT Site Lead

- €65k-€70k/Year + Benefits & Excellent Training and Upskilling Program

- Westmeath Location - 5 days on-site with more flexibility after passing probation

My client is a global leader in the design and production of precision‑engineered components and systems for the automotive, industrial, and healthcare sectors and they are now looking to speak with experienced IT Site Leads/System Admins keen to take over their Irish operations. This hands‑on role is a combination between day‑to‑day support and projects with a focus on business continuity through automation.

Your Role:

- This is a hands‑on role requiring strong technical administration skills, ERP knowledge, and the ability to deliver IT services in line with business priorities.

- Maximising the use of ERP systems (NAV / Business Central), driving automation, ensuring data governance, building reports and dashboards, and actively scanning the market for new technology trends to recommend improvements.

- You will work as part of a global IT team, collaborating with other Systems Engineers and IT Managers across the worldwide operations to share best practice, align standards, and deliver group‑wide initiatives.

- Configure, administer, and maintain Windows Server, Active Directory, VMware vSphere, Office 365 / Azure, and network services.

- Maintain storage, backup, and disaster recovery solutions, ensuring business continuity.

- Work with the Information Systems team to maximise the use of ERP systems (DELMIAWorks) by embedding “ERP First” processes, reducing reliance on spreadsheets, and improving user adoption.

- Identify and deliver automation opportunities across IT and business processes.

- Enforce data governance standards, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with GDPR and company policies.

- Build and maintain reports and dashboards (SQL, Power BI, or ERP‑native tools) to support decision making across operations, finance, and sales.

- Provide IT support to Head Office and International users, ensuring incidents and requests are resolved within SLAs.

- Manage helpdesk tickets and elevate issues when necessary, maintaining clear communication with users.

- Apply ITIL‑aligned service management practices for Incident, Change, and Problem Management.

- Ensure compliance with GDPR, data protection, and internal IT governance policies.

- Test and maintain contingency and disaster recovery plans.

- Manage, train, and mentor a small IT team, supporting career development.

- Work as part of the global IT team, sharing expertise and aligning practices across the wider group.

- Build strong vendor relationships, managing contracts, budgets, and escalations.

- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and market trends, proactively recommending new tools, systems, and practices to improve efficiency and resilience.

- Collaborate with business leaders to align IT initiatives with strategic objectives and growth plans.

Your Experience:

- Honours degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

- 5+ years’ experience in system administration / IT management in a fast‑paced organisation (bonus if coming from a manufacturing environment)

- Proven skills in Windows Server, Active Directory, VMware vSphere, Microsoft 365 / Azure.

- Strong knowledge of business processes and ERP Applications.

- Experience with databases, reporting tools, and Power BI.

- Knowledge of networking, firewalls, and surveillance systems.

- Experience with data governance, automation tools, and process standardisation.

- Microsoft Server and VMware certifications - nice to have

- ITIL Certified - nice to have

- Problem solver with the ability to balance firefighting with strategic delivery.

- Avid technologist, always curious about new tools, trends, and innovations.

- Strong communication skills, able to translate complex IT topics into clear business value.

- Customer‑service mindset with excellent prioritisation and project management skills.

- Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Please APPLY directly or contact me on sarao@therecruitmentcompany.com / 016917002 for further details.

Posted 1 day ago Reference: 275495 Location: Ireland, County Westmeath Salary: €65,000-€70,000/Year + Benefits/Career Growth
Classification: Information & Communication Technology
Networks & Systems Administration

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