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Arcas Technology are supporting one of our SME clients with the appointment of a Senior Infrastructure Engineer. They’re investing heavily in modernisation, cloud adoption, and infrastructure uplift, and they’ve asked us to identify someone with deep experience across virtualisation, Windows Server, SQL, Citrix, and cloud-hosted applications. The Role You’ll work closely with the Head of IT to lead infrastructure projects, modernise legacy systems, and drive cloud-focused improvements. The environment is a mix of on-premises and cloud, and the business is looking for someone who can bring structure, engineering depth, and technical leadership. Key Responsibilities • Lead infrastructure projects across virtualisation, server upgrades, cloud migrations, and platform modernisation, • Own and enhance the Windows Server, VMware, and storage environment, • Support and optimise SQL Server environments, including HA configurations, • Contribute to cloud-hosted application delivery (Azure-hosted solutions, D365/AX), • Improve and maintain Citrix/RDS environments where required, • Oversee data centre operations, virtual server deployments, and core infrastructure services, • Act as the senior technical escalation point for complex issues, • Work with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver robust solutions, • Drive best practice across security, patching, monitoring, and resilience, • Produce documentation, standards, and contribute to long-term technical planning Tech Environment • Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, • VMware (vSphere/ESXi), virtualisation, storage, • Microsoft SQL Server, • Citrix (Metaframe, XenDesktop), • Microsoft Dynamics AX / D365 (on-prem and Azure-hosted), • Azure services, cloud-hosted applications, • Networking fundamentals (switching, firewalls, VPN), • Backup, DR, monitoring, patching tools What We’re Looking For • Deep experience in infrastructure engineering across Windows, VMware, SQL, and virtualisation, • Strong background delivering infrastructure projects end-to-end, • Experience with cloud-hosted applications (Azure, D365/AX), • Comfortable working in a senior technical role with autonomy and ownership, • Ability to modernise environments and improve stability, performance, and security, • Strong communicator who can work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, • Someone who enjoys solving complex problems and shaping technical direction If this sounds like the right next step for you, we’d love to hear from you!

2nd / 3rd Line Support Manchester Up to £36,000 | Permanent | 35 hours per week An established education-focused organisation is seeking a 2nd / 3rd Line Support to lead infrastructure, network strategy, and IT service operations. This is a hands-on team leader role, combining 2nd / 3rd Line support and team management responsibility. Key Responsibilities • Own and develop network and infrastructure strategy (LAN/WAN, switching, firewalls, Wi-Fi), • Manage and optimise Microsoft 365, Azure AD, and on-prem / hybrid environments, • Oversee servers, virtualisation (e.g. Hyper-V/VMware), backup and disaster recovery, • Provide and escalate 2nd / 3rd Line support across hardware, software, and network issues, • Lead, mentor, and performance manage IT Service Desk Analysts, • Ensure security, patching, compliance, and best practice standards, • Background in network and systems infrastructure management, • Proven experience delivering 2nd / 3rd Line support, • Knowledge of Microsoft stack (M365, Azure AD, Windows Server), • Experience with virtualisation, backup solutions, and endpoint management, • Confident leading and developing IT teams, • Up to £36,000, • 30 days holiday + Bank Holidays, • Christmas office closure, • Local Government Pension Scheme Please get in touch as soon as possible as we have interview slots for next week!

IT Operations & Transformation Manager Manchester | £50,000 - £55,000 Zachary Daniels are partnered with a growing UK business to recruit an IT Operations & Transformation Manager, a key hire to drive improvements across technology, systems, and infrastructure. This is a high-impact role where you'll sit between day-to-day IT operations and longer-term transformation, helping the business modernise its technology landscape while ensuring everything continues to run smoothly. The Role You'll take ownership of IT operations while leading initiatives to improve systems, processes, and overall technology capability across the business. Key responsibilities include: · Leading day-to-day IT operations across infrastructure, systems, and support · Driving technology transformation and continuous improvement initiatives · Acting as the key link between the business and Group IT · Managing third-party vendors, suppliers, and service providers · Overseeing system performance, security, and reliability · Supporting business continuity, backup, and disaster recovery planning · Managing IT budgets, forecasting, and resource allocation · Leading and developing internal teams and external partners · Identifying and implementing new technologies to improve efficiency and user experience What We're Looking For · Experience in an IT Manager / IT Operations / Infrastructure leadership role · Strong background across Microsoft technologies (Azure, Office 365, SharePoint) · Experience working in multi-site or group environments · Ability to balance hands-on delivery with strategic thinking · Strong stakeholder management across technical and non-technical teams · Experience managing vendors, budgets, and IT projects · Exposure to cyber security, cloud, and system integrations Why Join? · Opportunity to shape and influence the IT landscape · High visibility role with senior stakeholders · Blend of operational leadership and transformation work · Business investing in technology and change Apply today with your most up to date CV! BH36068

IT Operations Manager - Manchester - £55k Our client is a well-established organisation with a long history of providing valuable products and services to its customers. They are now looking for an experienced IT Operations Manager to join their central office team in Manchester City Centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated IT professional to take on a role with both hands-on technical responsibilities and the chance to contribute to strategic IT initiatives. Key Responsibilities • Take ownership of complex technical issues and ensure timely resolution., • Work closely with the CTO and business stakeholders to deliver effective technical solutions aligned with wider objectives., • Contribute to shaping the organisation’s infrastructure and technology roadmap., • Mentor and support junior IT team members in their professional development., • Collaborate with external suppliers, outsourced development teams, and managed service providers., • Maintain and upgrade the IT estate to ensure systems remain secure, reliable, and up to date., • Support IT projects from planning through to delivery, ensuring regular updates to stakeholders., • Assist with IT budget monitoring and identify opportunities for cost optimisation., • Proactively identify and mitigate IT-related risks across the organisation. Technical Skills Required, • 3–5 years’ experience in a senior IT support role., • Strong knowledge of VMware ESXi., • Experience working with external suppliers (MSPs, outsourced developers, data centres)., • Proficiency with Microsoft technologies: Exchange, Active Directory, and Office Suite., • Firewall configuration and maintenance skills. Beneficial Knowledge, • SQL Server, including T-SQL., • Cortex XDR antivirus., • Omnissa Horizon., • Veeam Data Backup., • VLANs, DNS, and networking., • IIS and related web technologies. Ideal Candidate, • A confident communicator able to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical colleagues., • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to take ownership of challenges., • A natural mentor who enjoys supporting the growth of junior colleagues., • Proactive and enthusiastic about introducing innovative technologies to improve business performance. The Benefits, • Competitive salary package., • Office-based role with flexibility for remote working., • Opportunity to make a significant impact within a stable and forward-looking organisation. Interested? Please click Apply Now! IT Operations Manager – Circa £55K

Job Title: First Line Support Technician Location: Manchester Salary: Competitive Job Type: Permanent, Full Time An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as an First Line Support Technician. Netteam tX is a comprehensive IT Managed Service Provider (MSP) offering a complete suite of technology solutions to businesses across the UK. At Netteam tX, we recognise and develop talent, and look to retain talent through the creation of career opportunities, lateral and horizontal. Our culture is centered around our belief in continually refining our skills and knowledge, collectively as a team as well as individually. We actively encourage creativity and innovation, and we strongly believe that it is our people that make us great. About the Role: We are looking for an ambitious Tier 1 Engineer, to join our Helpdesk Team, working from our Manchester office. You will provide first-line technical support in a Service Desk environment for multiple clients, working closely with other Support Technicians. You will manage incidents from logging to resolution, gaining valuable exposure to a diverse range of technologies and enhancing your knowledge and skills. This is the perfect opportunity for someone currently working as a First Line Support Technician, looking to develop their skills or someone who is looking for their first role in IT and is passionate about delivering excellent customer service. Training will be offered to support someone with aspirations to move into a Second Line role. Key Responsibilities: • Answering incoming calls to Service Desk, logging and actioning end-user service requests in PSA system, following Service Desk procedures and policies, • Address technical queries promptly and efficiently, prioritising them to meet KPIs and customer service expectations, • Providing timely updates on tickets to end-users via telephone and email systems, • Diagnose and resolve technical issues, escalating where necessary using escalation process and protocols, • Install, maintain, and troubleshoot client hardware and software in accordance with company standards, including reconfiguring and performing system upgrades when necessary, • Setting up new devices for our client base, both Windows and Mac, • Completion of laptop pre-builds and post-builds, • Maintain and update accurate client site documentation via IT Glue, • Comply with company's Information Security policies and procedures, • Managing your time efficiently and planning your day accordingly, • Keep up to date with new technologies adopted by Netteam and our client base Experience: • Ability to work unsupervised, independently and as part of a team, • IT related degree or relevant qualifications highly desirable, • Have a proven history of being able to troubleshoot and resolve issues, technical or outside IT, • Able to demonstrate a good all-round knowledge of IT principles, • Experience with PSA/RMM tools such as Autotask, AEM and IT Glue to provide enhanced support services to all clients would be advantageous, • Experience in initial remote diagnostics along with analysis and monitoring would be advantageous, • The willingness to learn new software and hardware skills, • Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server/Desktop environments, • Knowledge of Microsoft cloud solutions including Office 365, Backup/DRaaS and related technologies, • Overall appreciation of client system security, • Friendly and professional, • Excited about tech and thrives on developing understanding of new technologies, • Possesses good written and verbal communications skills and the ability to clearly communicate complex technical issues to non-technical clients, • Recognises the importance of frequent and clear communications, • Keen to research new products and information around technical solutions that could provide answers and solve problems which benefit the whole team, • Feel that every day is a day of learning, • Disciplined, with the ability to prioritise and execute tasks under pressure, • We make work life balance a normal, not a benefit, • We offer some flexibility to work from home, • A fun and productive place to work, • Great team of people to work alongside, • Workplace Pension, • Comprehensive inhouse and external training offered We are proactively committed to creating a diverse workforce at Netteam tX. We value diversity and inclusion; we want to attract the best people for all our roles. This is regardless of age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, disability, socioeconomic status or religious beliefs. Other: In line with our recruitment policy and client expectation, some roles will be subject to a basic DBS disclosure. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of: 1st Line IT Support Engineer, IT Technician, IT Support Engineer, IT Service Engineer, IT Service Desk Technician, IT Services Manager, 1stLine Helpdesk Engineer, IT Support Technician, 1st Line Support Engineer, may also be considered for this role.

Data Analyst - Manchester or Liverpool Based (2 days a week on site) - Permanent Role Team: IT - Infrastructure Location: Liverpool or Manchester Role overview Introduction to the role: As a Data Analyst, you are an integral part of both the IT Services team and the wider IT Department, running and maintaining the ITIL v3 aligned services we provide across our UK and International offices. A large proportion of the firm's services are already underpinned by SQL and data services, and the role holds a particularly strong focus around our finance and practice management services, working very closely with the Finance Systems Team. As the firm scales services utilising AI and automation, the structure, security, availability and accuracy of data across the organisation is becoming more critical than ever. Over the next 12-18 months, a huge focus will be on our revised data strategy which will see new technologies and services based on the Microsoft Fabric stack implemented across the organisation. This strategy will deliver secure, scalable structured and unstructured data sources which can be effectively mined by AI, with modern business intelligence services delivering internal and client facing insights. Key responsibilities: You will work with other members of the IT Services team, as well as the wider department to assist with: • Turning raw data into actionable insights., • Support strategic planning and informed business decisions., • Improve efficiency and identify growth opportunities., • Service ownership, • Implementing new and improving existing services, • Understanding business requirements, • Resolving business problems, • Act as a point of escalation to desktop analysts Important criteria: • Data collection and cleaning: Gathering data from various sources and ensuring its accuracy and consistency, • Data analysis: Applying statistical techniques to extract meaningful information from the data, • Data visualisation: Creating visual representations of data, such as charts and graphs, to facilitate understanding, • Report generation: Developing clear and concise reports to communicate findings to stakeholders, • Provide high-level technical guidance in initiating infrastructure-based service improvements, • Act as a technical authority in the analysis of enhancement requests and recommend changes as required, • Be responsible for liaison with internal / external teams to ensure delivery of technical solutions, • Be aware of the impact of technical solutions in relation to cost and firm strategy, • Provide specialist advice and guidance with skills transfer to members of the Support Desk and others as appropriate, • Take a pro-active role in identifying any issues and possible solutions that may arise within an assignment and communicating these to the manager and customer as relevant, • Utilise and champion agreed delivery methodologies and tools, including change and release management, • Engage with the Finance Systems Team to perform monthly financial processes for the business, • Keep software up to date with the latest cumulative and security patches, • Implementing role-based security by managing user logins and permissions and additionally maintain robust backup strategies, • Microsoft Fabric, including data factory, • Data Lake, • Dataverse, • Python, • Google Looker Studio, • AI, • Microsoft SQL Server, including Enterprise features, specifically availability groups, • SQL Scripting / Queries, • Power BI (Data Visualisation), designing and building interactive/dynamic dashboards., • Windows Server and Windows Clustering, • IIS, • ITIL v3 Foundation, • Microsoft Certified: Azure Foundation, • Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate, • Microsoft Certified: Azure Enterprise Data Analyst Associate, • SQL in public cloud services, such as Azure

About Connectus Group: Connectus Group Limited has over 20 years of experience delivering managed services to public sector clients, technology partners, schools, SMEs, and large corporations across the UK. Our solutions empower businesses to work faster, smarter, and more securely. We offer services in connectivity, network and cybersecurity, voice, IT support, and data storage and backup Responsibilities: • Act as the first point of contact for IT support queries via phone and email, • Log and manage incidents using service management tools, • Resolve issues in line with SLAs or escalate to second/third-line support when necessary, • Attend customer sites for installations and troubleshooting, • Assist in building and supporting VOIP platforms and full-fibre networks, • Maintain accurate documentation for hardware and software systems, • Windows 11 and Office 365, • Basic networking concepts, • LAN/WAN technologies (routers, switches, firewalls), • Fibre optic communications, • VOIP, SIP, ISDN, • Broadband technologies (ADSL/VDSL, FTTC, FTTP, Point-to-Point), • Strong customer service focus, • Proactive and able to work under pressure, • Good initiative and problem-solving skills, • Full UK driving license Entry requirements: • 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 4+ (A-C) in any subject, • GCSE Maths and English (or equivalents) at grades 3+ (D or above) If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications. For more information please visit the UK ENIC website. Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm Benefits: • Extra holiday for your birthday, • Ability to take up to 5x unpaid annual leave days, • Length of service awards, • Free on-site parking, • Study support, • Team-building and social events, • Free tickets to sporting events with hospitality, • Referral bonuses Future prospects: Opportunity to progress within a growing technical organisation. About QA: Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 50,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you succeed. Interested? Apply now! Please be advised that this advert may close prior to the closing date stated above if a high number of applications are received. If you are interested in this vacancy please apply below as soon as possible.

Second Line Support Engineer Isio’s IT department has 14 employees supporting 1,450 colleagues across 10 locations. The 2nd Line Support Engineer will be responsible for resolving queries and issues across Isio’s IT systems, including technical issues escalated from first line. The role may involve (but is not limited to) the following areas: Microsoft 365; Secure Web Gateway; Microsoft Azure AD; Virtual Machines; Microsoft Intune; Azure Virtual Desktops; network issues (Cisco Meraki); SOC incidents; SharePoint Online; and SaaS-based apps. The role requires the ability to interact with users of all abilities, support continuous improvement, and resolve critical issues while ensuring Isio’s solutions remain fit for purpose and meet (or exceed) the expectations of the business. The role also involves liaising with third parties and communicating with the wider Isio organisation. This role is based in our Manchester office with a hybrid working pattern and will also provide support to our Leeds office. What does the role entail? • Provide 2nd line support to a user base of 1,450 colleagues via telephone, the service desk, and Microsoft Teams., • Collaborate with the Head of Service Delivery and the Infrastructure Manager to resolve complex queries and issues relating to Isio’s IT applications., • Coach and support IT colleagues to build capability so issues and queries can be resolved before escalation to 2nd line., • Partner with other IT teams and wider Isio stakeholders to resolve issues and improve efficiencies across the organisation., • Administer and configure SharePoint Online., • Excellent planning and organisational skills, • Previous experience in a technical second-line support role, • Strong analytical skills and a creative approach to problem solving, • Excellent communication skills and strong customer-facing skills, • High degree of understanding of IT trends and strong knowledge of the Microsoft stack, including Azure AD, Azure, SharePoint Online, M365, and third-party backup solutions, • Windows 10/11 and Server 2016/2019 operating systems along with the Microsoft Office suite, • Ability to work independently and under pressure, with minimal supervision, • Ability to travel nationally on an as-needed basis, • Microsoft qualifications around M365 and Azure, • Hands-on experience administering Secure Web Gateway technologies (web filter, web firewall, IPS/IDS), • Keep systems up to date by installing software/firmware updates in line with vendor releases, while maintaining service availability for staff and clients Isio is a fast-growing professional services business, that offers career development through an evolving client base, diverse and meaningful work, nationwide opportunities, and a culture that rewards high performance and accountability. We hold ourselves to the highest standards and our values guide how we advise our clients, how we operate as a business and how we work together as a team. We call it the Isio Attitude. We encourage our people to be bold, to communicate with conviction, and to deliver advice that matters. Here, growth brings opportunity - more responsibility, more clients, and work that stretches and develops you. We invest in training and development so you can expand your skills and explore different career paths across diverse markets to make your mark. Isio is a place to realise your potential and build a career with impact. You can find out more about Isio and the benefits we offer on our career's website Isio - Careers & Benefits About Isio A progressive advisory firm, partnering with clients of all sizes to deliver expertise in pensions, employee benefits and wealth advisory services. Working with pension trustees, employers, individuals, families and their offices, we are supported by talented colleagues across 10 UK offices. With a Big 4 heritage we combine a strong focus on quality with a fresh perspective challenging traditional thinking. Our culture shapes our work; we foster a supportive environment where we develop our people to grow and fulfil their potential. We invest in our services, products and technology, and provide clear, expert solutions for our clients. This brings clarity, confidence, and better outcomes for everyone. At Isio, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace, in which our colleagues feel they belong, regardless of background or difference. We uphold the values of respect, fairness, and inclusion in our actions and decisions. We believe that by adhering to these principles, we will create a stronger, more innovative, and supportive environment for all, as well as ensuring that the advice and support we provide to our clients is more creative, more insightful and leaves a lasting impact. We can offer a hybrid, flexible approach to work, supporting a work-life balance that works for you. Isio Group is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for any reason at any stage of your recruitment process, please ask us.

Account Manager - IT Solutions Salary: £50K + Double OTE Location: Remote Personal Profile You will be responsible for developing strategic relationships within existing clients. You will need to build and maintain these relationships, and those with end users, in order to gain an understanding of the client’s business and to maximise the development of new business and retention of existing revenues. You will be fully accountable for activity and results within your base. Desirable Criteria • WLR/SIP/NGN and associated tariffing, • Data connectivity (DSL, FTTC, EoFTTC, EFM, leased line, P2P, MPLS, SDWAN), • UCaaS/PBX, • CCaaS/Contact Centre, • Hosted Managed Services, Private Cloud, Public Cloud, • IT Services –MS365, security, backup, DR/DRaaS, • Mobile devices, voice and data composites

Role Title: Senior Database Administrator (Terraform & DevOps Focus) Duration: contract to run until 31/08/2026 Location: Manchester, Hybrid 1 day per month. The client may ask to visit Coventry office in future for only 1 day per month depending on the business needs Rate: up to £441.60 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Role purpose/summary We are seeking a hands-on Senior Database Administrator with immediate production experience in PostgreSQL (Essential), MySQL, and MongoDB, alongside strong Terraform and DevOps practices. This is a delivery-critical role-ideal for a candidate who thrives in fast-paced environments and can own database infrastructure end-to-end, from provisioning to CI/CD integration. This role is not suitable for upskilling or learning; we require proven expertise in cloud-based database administration, automation, and infrastructure-as-code. Key Responsibilities Database Administration: • Own installation, upgrades, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and disaster recovery for PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB., • Design and execute database maintenance plans and housekeeping to ensure optimal performance and reliability., • Implement backup, recovery, security, and access control strategies., • Deliver production-grade database solutions in cloud based environments., • Automate database provisioning, scaling, and management using Terraform (non-negotiable)., • Compose Terraform configurations from infrastructure to Git pipelines., • Work within CI/CD pipelines (GitLab or GitHub) to deploy and manage database changes., • Proven production DBA experience in cloud-based environments., • Hands-on expertise in PostgreSQL (Essential), MySQL, and MongoDB., • Strong performance tuning and troubleshooting skills., • Terraform proficiency is mandatory; ability to design, deploy, and manage database infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)., • Experience working within CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices., • Experience with JSON/XML data formats., • Exposure and some experience to Oracle databases., • Familiarity with Kafka or event-driven architectures. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Sector: Energy / Infrastructure Employment Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Location Remote working with occasional travel to office locations including: • Manchester, • London, • Newcastle, • Glasgow Duration & Rate • 6-month rolling contract, • Up to £65.00 per hour (Umbrella) Overview We are seeking an experienced Control & Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer with a strong systems engineering background to support major projects across the energy sector. This includes power generation, CCGT, utilities, oil & gas, and process industries. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in technically demanding environments and has hands-on experience delivering advanced control system solutions for large-scale energy assets. The successful candidate will bring strong expertise in control system architecture, control philosophy development, and control narrative preparation, alongside experience working with leading Distributed Control Systems (DCS). Key Responsibilities • Develop Control Narratives, Control Philosophy documents, and Functional Logic Specifications for energy-sector automation systems, • Design robust control system network architectures, including Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, and redundant industrial networks, • Lead or support system configuration, testing (FAT/SAT), commissioning, and operational optimisation activities, • Interface with OEMs, EPC contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams on system design, upgrades, migrations, and modernisation projects, • Develop and maintain system backup strategies and cybersecurity policies, ensuring compliance with relevant instrumentation and energy-sector standards, • Produce high-quality technical documentation, engineering reports, and change management records Required Experience & Skills • Proven experience in C&I control systems within power plants, CCGT, utilities, oil & gas, or process industries, • Experience working with a major EPC contractor on complex FEED or detailed design projects, • Strong understanding of P&IDs, Cause & Effect diagrams, and industrial control strategies, • Hands-on knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Profinet, Modbus TCP/IP, and Ethernet/IP, • Experience with OPC UA for system integration and data exchange, • Familiarity with DCS, ESD, and F&G systems, • Understanding of IEC 62443 cybersecurity principles and their application in critical infrastructure Desirable Experience • Experience with leading DCS platforms such as Emerson Ovation, Emerson DeltaV, or Siemens SPPA-T3000, • Previous involvement in large-scale infrastructure or energy transition programmes Key Competencies • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, • Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, • High attention to detail and commitment to engineering quality and safety Summary This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to complex, high-value energy projects supporting critical national infrastructure and the ongoing energy transition. The role offers a flexible working arrangement, exposure to leading-edge technologies, and involvement in major engineering programmes across the UK.

We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you. Role Title: Senior Database Administrator (PostgreSQL, Terraform & DevOps) Location: Manchester 1 day per month at office / can happen that the bank may ask candidate to visit Coventry's office at Birmingham in future for only 1 day per month. Duration: 31/08/2026 Rate: £429/Day(Inside IR35) About the Role We are seeking a hands-on Senior Database Administrator with immediate production experience in PostgreSQL (Essential), MySQL, and MongoDB, alongside strong Terraform and DevOps practices. This is a delivery-critical role—ideal for a candidate who thrives in fast-paced environments and can own database infrastructure end-to-end, from provisioning to CI/CD integration. This role is not suitable for upskilling or learning; we require proven expertise in cloud-based database administration, automation, and infrastructure-as-code. Key Responsibilities Database Administration: Own installation, upgrades, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and disaster recovery for PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB. Design and execute database maintenance plans and housekeeping to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Implement backup, recovery, security, and access control strategies. Demonstrate mid to expert-level knowledge of both RDBMS and NoSQL systems. Cloud & Infrastructure: Deliver production-grade database solutions in cloud based environments. Automate database provisioning, scaling, and management using Terraform (non-negotiable). Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate database operations into CI/CD pipelines. DevOps & Automation: Compose Terraform configurations from infrastructure to Git pipelines. Work within CI/CD pipelines (GitLab or GitHub) to deploy and manage database changes. Ensure Git best practices for version control, collaboration, and pipeline setup. Required Skills & Experience Proven production DBA experience in cloud-based environments. Hands-on expertise in PostgreSQL (Essential), MySQL, and MongoDB. Strong performance tuning and troubleshooting skills. Terraform proficiency is mandatory; ability to design, deploy, and manage database infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC). Experience working within CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Familiarity with GitLab or GitHub and pipeline setup. Nice to Have Experience with JSON/XML data formats. Exposure and some experience to Oracle databases. Familiarity with Kafka or event-driven architectures. Experience in Agile/DevOps-driven environments. If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.

Location: Hybrid (Home/Head Office) Salary: £50,000 – £59,000 Are you a proactive presales engineer or technical consultant who enjoys translating complex IT requirements into robust, deliverable solutions? If you want to design infrastructure that genuinely improves teaching and learning, and see your solutions make a tangible impact on the education sector, this could be the role for you. About the role As a Solutions Consultant, you will act as the technical bridge between our customers' educational goals and Dataspire’s IT solutions. You will lead technical discovery and design end-to-end solutions covering networks, cloud platforms, security, and devices for small and medium-scale bids. You will work directly with customers and internal teams to ensure your designs are technically sound, commercially viable, and perfectly aligned with education standards. You will be a key voice in customer meetings, working closely with Sales and Implementation to ensure a smooth transition from proposal to live service. Key responsibilities • Lead technical discovery, requirements gathering, and scoping, including site assessments and stakeholder workshops in schools and trusts., • Design end-to-end solutions covering networks, cloud platforms (Microsoft 365/Google Workspace), security, and devices, using Dataspire reference architectures and DfE/NCSC guidance., • Produce high-quality proposal content, including solution overviews, architectures, scope boundaries, and implementation approaches., • Work with Sales and Finance to size, price, and package solutions, balancing commercial constraints with future scalability., • Present solutions to customers in formal meetings, adjusting your language to engage both technical IT Managers and non-technical school leadership., • Collaborate with the Implementation team to validate deliverability, create transition plans, and agree on clear acceptance criteria., • Capture lessons learned from delivered projects, updating our design patterns, templates, and standard offerings. Technologies you'll work with • Networking & Connectivity: Campus and edge networking, Enterprise Wi-Fi, and perimeter security (HPE Aruba, Cisco, Firewalls)., • Platforms & Virtualisation: Windows Server, Hyper-V, VMware, and Apple platform management., • Identity & Cloud: Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Active Directory, and Azure AD / Entra ID., • Endpoint Management: SCCM, Intune, and Google Endpoint Management., • Security & Safeguarding: Web filtering, safeguarding platforms (DfE/KCSIE compliant), and secure remote access (VPN, RDS)., • Storage & Backup: Enterprise storage (SAN/NAS) and backup platforms like Redstor. What we’re looking for • Experience in an MSP or similar environment, delivering or designing infrastructure (networks, servers/virtualisation, Microsoft 365/Azure, security)., • Strong ability to translate business and educational outcomes into clear technical designs and requirements., • Confidence in customer-facing roles, with a proven ability to run workshops, demos, and solution walkthroughs., • Strong documentation skills: capable of writing clear proposals, assumptions, and scope boundaries., • A collaborative approach: comfortable working alongside Sales and Implementation as part of a "One Team" ethos., • Nice to have: An education background (or experience working in or designing IT solutions for schools or MATs). What matters most is your ability to apply IT best practices to educational environments. About Dataspire Solutions Dataspire is a Manchester-based education IT managed services company, delivering a broad portfolio of services spanning managed IT, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, connectivity, and large-scale ICT projects for new school builds and major refurbishments. We have completed more than 120 DfE-funded projects, reflecting our expertise and the depth of our experience in the education sector. We are proud to be a Mental Health at Work Committed organisation and a Disability Confident employer. We are committed to creating a working environment where everyone feels supported, valued, and able to perform at their best. How to Apply If you have the experience, focus, and capability this role demands, we want to hear from you. Please send your CV and a covering note outlining your suitability to . Dataspire is a Mental Health at Work Committed organisation and a Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process.

🌟 Technical Services Manager – Cloud & Infrastructure (Hybrid) Department: Managed Services Reports To: Services Director We’re looking for a highly experienced Technical Services Manager with deep Azure cloud expertise to lead and inspire our Infrastructure Team while acting as a trusted technical advisor for our customer. This role is ideal for someone passionate about cloud-first strategy, Azure migration, managed cloud services, and continuous service improvement within a modern managed services environment. This position plays a critical role in helping our customer transition, optimise, and operate Azure-based platforms, ensuring stability, security, and long-term value from cloud investments. 🔑 Key Responsibilities • Provide leadership and governance for the 2nd/3rd Line Infrastructure & Cloud Team, ensuring strong performance, capability development, and engagement., • Act as a senior escalation point for complex infrastructure and Azure cloud-related incidents, ensuring rapid and effective resolution., • Own and drive Azure cloud services, including IaaS, PaaS, and hybrid environments, within a managed services framework., • Lead and support Azure migration initiatives, including assessment, planning, execution, and post-migration optimisation., • Drive service improvement through cloud optimisation, cost management (FinOps), automation, and modernisation initiatives., • Ensure all infrastructure and Azure cloud services are secure, resilient, compliant, and aligned to customer strategy., • Build strong relationships with the customer’s IT leadership, acting as their trusted advisor on Azure cloud strategy, roadmaps, and future-state architecture., • Oversee SLA/OLA performance for infrastructure and Azure managed services, ensuring KPIs and contractual commitments are met., • Support and mentor team members, fostering deep Azure capability, technical excellence, and career growth., • Ensure compliance with policies, regulatory requirements, and ISO standards (ISO 27001, ISO 9001)., • Collaborate with Service Delivery, Transition, and Technical Account Management to ensure smooth onboarding of cloud services and migrations into BAU support., • Own the technical and cloud relationship with the customer for Infrastructure and Azure Managed Services., • Provide expert input into Azure architecture, landing zones, governance, and cloud operating models., • Shape cloud roadmaps, transformation programmes, and future-state designs aligned to business outcomes., • Champion cloud best practices, including automation (IaC), resilience, security-by-design, and scalability., • Participate in Change Approval Boards (CAB), risk assessments, and cloud governance forums., • Oversee proactive monitoring, patching, capacity management, backup, DR, and vulnerability remediation across Azure and hybrid environments., • Represent our managed service business with professionalism, clearly demonstrating ongoing cloud value, optimisation, and innovation., • Proven leadership experience within an Infrastructure, Cloud, or Technical Services environment., • Strong Azure cloud expertise is essential, including:, • Azure IaaS/PaaS, • Azure networking, security, and identity, • Azure migration strategies and tooling, • Hybrid and multi-cloud environments, • Azure managed services and operational best practices, • Strong technical background with the ability to advise on complex cloud and infrastructure solutions., • Experience acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on cloud strategy and transformation., • Passionate about cloud modernisation, service improvement, automation, and cost optimisation. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity, Disability Confident employer. At Ultima, we celebrate our differences and strive to build an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to succeed. Not sure you meet every single requirement? People from underrepresented groups may be less likely to apply unless they meet every qualification. At Ultima, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You might be exactly who we’re looking for. Apply now, or reach out to our Talent team if you have any questions — we’re always happy to chat about how we can make work, work for you.

About Quantiphi: • Quantiphi is an award-winning, AI-First digital engineering and consulting company focused on delivering high-impact Services and Solutions that help organizations solve what truly matters. We partner with enterprises to reimagine their businesses through intelligent, scalable, and transformative AI—driving measurable outcomes at the very core of their operations., • Since our founding in 2013, Quantiphi has tackled some of the world’s most complex business challenges by combining deep industry expertise, disciplined cloud and data engineering practices, and cutting-edge applied AI research. Our work is rooted in delivering accelerated, quantifiable business value—not just technology for technology’s sake., • Headquartered in Boston, Quantiphi is a global organization with 4,000+ professionals serving clients across key industry verticals, including BFSI, Healthcare & Life Sciences, CPG, MFG, TME etc. As an Elite and Premier partner to leading cloud and AI platforms such as NVIDIA, Google Cloud, AWS, and Snowflake, we build and deliver enterprise-grade AI services and solutions that create real-world impact. We have been recognized with: • 3x AWS AI/ML award wins., • 3x NVIDIA Partner of the Year titles., • Recognized Leaders by Gartner, Forrester, IDC, ISG, Everest Group and other leading analyst and independent research firms., • We offer first-in-class industry solutions across Healthcare, Financial Services, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, and more, powered by cutting-edge Generative AI and Agentic AI accelerators., • We have been certified as a Great Place to Work for the third year in a row- 2021, 2022, 2023. Be part of a trailblazing team that’s shaping the future of AI, ML, and cloud innovation. Your next big opportunity starts here! For more details, visit: ___ or ___. Role: Cloud Data Architect (AWS) Experience Level: 8+ years Employment type: Full Time Location: Remote (UK) Description: • We are seeking a highly skilled AWS Data Migration & Data Engineering Consultant to lead end-to-end data migration initiatives across on-prem, cloud, and multi-cloud environments into AWS., • This role focuses on defining and executing data migration strategies, including assessment, wave planning, migration execution, and post-migration stabilization, while ensuring data integrity, minimal downtime, and alignment with business SLAs., • The ideal candidate brings strong experience in cross-platform database migrations (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, or cloud-native systems) combined with deep expertise in AWS data engineering services and modern data pipeline development. Key Responsibilities: • Lead end to end database migrations to AWS from diverse sources, including on-premises systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL) and other cloud platforms (e.g., GCP, Azure)., • Lead end-to-end data migration strategy and execution, including assessment, dependency mapping, and wave planning., • Design and implement migration frameworks using AWS DMS, SCT, Glue, and Redshift., • Define and execute data validation, reconciliation, and cutover strategies ensuring zero/low data loss., • Enable CDC-based replication and minimal downtime migrations across heterogeneous systems., • Design and optimize ETL/data pipelines using AWS Glue, PySpark, or EMR., • Architect and implement scalable, secure, and highly available data platforms on AWS., • Drive schema conversion and modernization strategies (heterogeneous migrations where applicable)., • Optimize performance of source and target systems pre- and post-migration., • Manage and govern S3-based data lakes and metadata using Glue Data Catalog., • Collaborate with application, infrastructure, and analytics teams for seamless migration and stabilization., • Implement monitoring, rollback, and failure recovery mechanisms., • Ensure adherence to security, governance, and compliance standards. Skills: • 8+ years of experience in database migration and data engineering., • Proven experience in cross-platform data migrations (on-prem to cloud or cloud to cloud)., • Experience designing and implementing data validation and reconciliation frameworks., • Strong experience in ETL/data pipeline development (Glue, PySpark, EMR, or equivalent)., • Deep proficiency in SQL and data modeling concepts., • Experience working with S3-based data lakes and Glue Data Catalog., • Strong understanding of CDC, transaction consistency, and migration cutover strategies., • Hands-on experience with performance tuning, schema design, and query optimization., • Proficiency in Python/PySpark and scripting (Shell/Python)., • Experience with Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or cloud-native databases., • Strong hands-on expertise with:, • AWS DMS (Database Migration Service)., • AWS SCT (Schema Conversion Tool)., • AWS Glue (ETL & data integration)., • Amazon Redshift (data warehousing). Nice to Have: • Exposure to real-time replication tools (e.g., GoldenGate or equivalent)., • Database Administration (DBA) expertise, including backup & recovery strategies, HA/DR design, database patching and upgrades, lifecycle management, capacity planning, performance monitoring, and security hardening., • Experience with Lake Formation and data governance frameworks., • Familiarity with Data Mesh and cross-account data sharing architectures., • Experience with CI/CD for data pipelines (CodePipeline, Jenkins, etc.)., • Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / CloudFormation)., • AWS Certifications (Solutions Architect / Data Engineer)., • Experience in mentoring teams and leading large-scale migration programs. What is in it for you: • Make an impact at one of the world’s fastest-growing AI-first digital engineering companies., • Upskill and discover your potential as you solve complex challenges in cutting-edge areas of technology alongside passionate, talented colleagues., • Work where innovation happens - work with disruptive innovators in a research-focused organization with 60+ patents filed across various disciplines., • Stay ahead of the curve—immerse yourself in breakthrough AI, ML, data, and cloud technologies and gain exposure working with Fortune 500 companies.

About Quantiphi Quantiphi is an award-winning, AI-First digital engineering and consulting company focused on delivering high-impact Services and Solutions that help organizations solve what truly matters. We partner with enterprises to reimagine their businesses through intelligent, scalable, and transformative AI driving measurable outcomes at the very core of their operations. Since our founding in 2013, Quantiphi has tackled some of the world’s most complex business challenges by combining deep industry expertise, disciplined cloud and data engineering practices, and cutting-edge applied AI research. Our work is rooted in delivering accelerated, quantifiable business value, not just technology for technology’s sake. Headquartered in Boston, Quantiphi is a global organization with 4,000+ professionals serving clients across key industry verticals, including BFSI, Healthcare & Life Sciences, CPG, MFG, TME etc. As an Elite and Premier partner to leading cloud and AI platforms such as NVIDIA, Google Cloud, AWS, and Snowflake, we build and deliver enterprise-grade AI services and solutions that create real-world impact. We’ve been recognized with • 17x Google Cloud Partner of the Year awards in the last 8 years., • 3x AWS AI/ML award wins., • 3x NVIDIA Partner of the Year titles., • 2x Snowflake Partner of the Year awards., • We have also garnered top analyst recognitions from Gartner, ISG, and Everest Group., • We offer first-in-class industry solutions across Healthcare, Financial Services, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, and more, powered by cutting-edge Generative AI and Agentic AI accelerators., • We have been certified as a Great Place to Work for the third year in a row- 2021, 2022, 2023. Be part of a trailblazing team that’s shaping the future of AI, ML, and cloud innovation. Your next big opportunity starts here! For more details, visit:______ or___. Role: Cloud Data Architect Experience Level: 8-10+ years Work Location: United Kingdom (Remote) Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled AWS Data Migration & Data Engineering Consultant to lead end-to-end data migration initiatives across on-prem, cloud, and multi-cloud environments into AWS. This role focuses on defining and executing data migration strategies, including assessment, wave planning, migration execution, and post-migration stabilization, while ensuring data integrity, minimal downtime, and alignment with business SLAs. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in cross-platform database migrations (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, or cloud-native systems) combined with deep expertise in AWS data engineering services and modern data pipeline development. Key Responsibilities: • Lead end to end database migrations to AWS from diverse sources, including on-premises systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL) and other cloud platforms (e.g., GCP, Azure)., • Lead end-to-end data migration strategy and execution, including assessment, dependency mapping, and wave planning, • Design and implement migration frameworks using AWS DMS, SCT, Glue, and Redshift, • Define and execute data validation, reconciliation, and cutover strategies ensuring zero/low data loss, • Enable CDC-based replication and minimal downtime migrations across heterogeneous systems, • Design and optimize ETL/data pipelines using AWS Glue, PySpark, or EMR, • Architect and implement scalable, secure, and highly available data platforms on AWS, • Drive schema conversion and modernization strategies (heterogeneous migrations where applicable), • Optimize performance of source and target systems pre- and post-migration, • Manage and govern S3-based data lakes and metadata using Glue Data Catalog, • Collaborate with application, infrastructure, and analytics teams for seamless migration and stabilization, • Implement monitoring, rollback, and failure recovery mechanisms, • Ensure adherence to security, governance, and compliance standards Required Skills: • 8+ years of experience in database migration and data engineering, • Proven experience in cross-platform data migrations (on-prem to cloud or cloud to cloud), • Strong hands-on expertise with: AWS DMS (Database Migration Service), AWS SCT (Schema Conversion Tool), AWS Glue (ETL & data integration), Amazon Redshift (data warehousing), • Experience designing and implementing data validation and reconciliation frameworks, • Strong experience in ETL/data pipeline development (Glue, PySpark, EMR, or equivalent), • Deep proficiency in SQL and data modeling concepts, • Experience working with S3-based data lakes and Glue Data Catalog, • Strong understanding of CDC, transaction consistency, and migration cutover strategies, • Hands-on experience with performance tuning, schema design, and query optimization, • Proficiency in Python/PySpark and scripting (Shell/Python), • Experience with Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or cloud-native databases Nice to Have: • Exposure to real-time replication tools (e.g., GoldenGate or equivalent), • Database Administration (DBA) expertise, including backup & recovery strategies, HA/DR design, database patching and upgrades, lifecycle management, capacity planning, performance monitoring, and security hardening., • Experience with Lake Formation and data governance frameworks, • Familiarity with Data Mesh and cross-account data sharing architectures, • Experience with CI/CD for data pipelines (CodePipeline, Jenkins, etc.), • Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / CloudFormation), • AWS Certifications (Solutions Architect / Data Engineer), • Experience in mentoring teams and leading large-scale migration programs. What’s in it for YOU at Quantiphi: • Make an impact at one of the world’s fastest-growing AI-first digital engineering companies., • Upskill and discover your potential as you solve complex challenges in cutting-edge areas of technology alongside passionate, talented colleagues., • Work where innovation happens - work with disruptive innovators in a research-focused organization with 60+ patents filed across various disciplines., • Stay ahead of the curve—immerse yourself in breakthrough AI, ML, data, and cloud technologies and gain exposure working with Fortune 500 companies.

Control Systems Engineer - Inside IR35 We are seeking an experienced C&I Engineer with a strong systems‑engineering background to support major projects across the energy sector, including power generation, CCGT, utilities, oil & gas, and process industries. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in technically demanding environments and has hands‑on experience developing and delivering advanced control system solutions for large‑scale energy assets. The ideal candidate will bring practical expertise in control system architecture, control philosophy, and control narrative development, along with familiarity with leading DCS platforms such as Emerson Ovation, Emerson DeltaV, or Siemens SPPA‑T3000. Key Responsibilities • Develop Control Narratives, Control Philosophy documents, and Functional Logic Specifications for energy‑sector automation systems., • Design robust control system network architectures, including Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, and redundant industrial networks., • Lead or support system configuration, testing, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and operational optimisation activities., • Interface with OEMs, EPC partners, and multidisciplinary engineering teams on system design, upgrades, migrations, and modernization projects., • Develop and maintain system backup strategies, cybersecurity policies, and ensure compliance with relevant instrumentation and energy‑sector standards., • Proven experience in C&I control systems within power plants, CCGT, utilities, oil & gas, or process industries., • Experience working with a major EPC contractor on complex FEED or Detailed Design projects., • Strong understanding of P&IDs, Cause & Effect diagrams, and Control Strategies used in energy and industrial facilities., • Hands‑on knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Profinet, Modbus TCP/IP, and Ethernet/IP., • Experience with OPC UA for data exchange and system integration., • Familiarity with DCS, ESD, and F&G systems., • Understanding of IEC 62443 cybersecurity principles and their application to critical energy infrastructure.

Infrastructure Architect • Up to £750/day, • Inside IR35, • 12-Month Initial Term, • Remote First (1 day/month in London), • ASAP Start A well-established financial services organisation is looking for an experienced Infrastructure Architect to join its Enterprise Architecture team. The primary focus is on leading the final 25% of a large-scale Azure VMware Solution (AVS) migration. Key Responsibilities: • Lead completion of the remaining AVS migration, ensuring delivery to enterprise standards, • Produce HLD and LLD documentation across infrastructure initiatives, • Support the Cloud Architect in advancing the Azure adoption strategy, • Provide hands-on technical oversight through the build, test, and commissioning phases, • Engage and challenge senior stakeholders, • Act as the layer between enterprise architecture and the engineering function, • Represent the multi-domain architecture team in governance forums Current Environment: • Azure VMware Solution (AVS), • JetStream AVS Disaster Recovery, • Commvault AVS Backup, • Commvault Enterprise Landing Zone Backup, • Colt Network Decoupling (SD-WAN & Azure Connectivity), • Hammerspace Fileshares Technical Requirements: Azure VMware Solution (AVS) | VMware / VCF | Azure IaaS / PaaS | Azure Landing Zones | vWAN / ExpressRoute | Hub & Spoke | Routing Intent | SD-WAN | Palo Alto | NSX / NSX-T | Commvault | JetStream | Azure Policy / RBAC / PIM | CyberArk | Citrix / AVD | ServiceNow | Terraform | Azure DevOps | HLD / LLD | FinOps Please note: This role is inside IR35, umbrella only via an approved PSL. Details available on request. Interested? Send your CV to or connect with me directly on LinkedIn. Please confirm your availability, current day rate, and whether you're set up to work via umbrella inside IR35.

Key responsibilities: Day-to-day AWS platform support Incident management and service restoration Root cause analysis AWS infrastructure maintenance Patching and upgrades Certificate renewals Capacity management Backup operations Monitoring and alerting improvements Operational documentation and ru

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A leading recruitment agency in Manchester is seeking a skilled Database Administrator to manage and optimize client data infrastructures across SQL Server, Azure SQL, and PostgreSQL platforms. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience with SQL Server and cloud-based environments,

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Role Title: Senior Database Administrator (Terraform & DevOps Focus) Duration: contract to run until 31/08/2026 Location: Manchester, Hybrid 1 day per month. The client may ask to visit Coventry's office at Birmingham in future for only 1 day per month depending on the business needs Rate: up to £441.60 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Role purpose / summary We are seeking a hands-on Senior Database Administrator with immediate production experience in PostgreSQL (Essential), MySQL, and MongoDB, alongside strong Terraform and DevOps practices. This is a delivery-critical role-ideal for a candidate who thrives in fast-paced environments and can own database infrastructure end-to-end, from provisioning to CI/CD integration. This role is not suitable for upskilling or learning; we require proven expertise in cloud-based database administration, automation, and infrastructure-as-code. Key Responsibilities Database Administration: Own installation, upgrades, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and disaster recovery for PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB. Design and execute database maintenance plans and housekeeping to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Implement backup, recovery, security, and access control strategies. Demonstrate mid to expert-level knowledge of both RDBMS and NoSQL systems. Cloud & Infrastructure: Deliver production-grade database solutions in cloud based environments. Automate database provisioning, scaling, and management using Terraform (non-negotiable). Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate database operations into CI/CD pipelines. DevOps & Automation: Compose Terraform configurations from infrastructure to Git pipelines. Work within CI/CD pipelines (GitLab or GitHub) to deploy and manage database changes. Ensure Git best practices for version control, collaboration, and pipeline setup. Required Skills & Experience Proven production DBA experience in cloud-based environments. Hands-on expertise in PostgreSQL (Essential), MySQL, and MongoDB. Strong performance tuning and troubleshooting skills. Terraform proficiency is mandatory; ability to design, deploy, and manage database infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC). Experience working within CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Familiarity with GitLab or GitHub and pipeline setup. Nice to Have Experience with JSON/XML data formats. Exposure and some experience to Oracle databases. Familiarity with Kafka or event-driven architectures. Experience in Agile/DevOps-driven environments. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply

IT Operations Manager - Manchester - £55k Our client is a well-established organisation with a long history of providing valuable products and services to its customers. They are now looking for an experienced IT Operations Manager to join their central office team in Manchester City Centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated IT professional to take on a role with both hands-on technical responsibilities and the chance to contribute to strategic IT initiatives. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of complex technical issues and ensure timely resolution. Work closely with the CTO and business stakeholders to deliver effective technical solutions aligned with wider objectives. Contribute to shaping the organisation’s infrastructure and technology roadmap. Mentor and support junior IT team members in their professional development. Collaborate with external suppliers, outsourced development teams, and managed service providers. Maintain and upgrade the IT estate to ensure systems remain secure, reliable, and up to date. Support IT projects from planning through to delivery, ensuring regular updates to stakeholders. Assist with IT budget monitoring and identify opportunities for cost optimisation. Proactively identify and mitigate IT-related risks across the organisation. Technical Skills Required 3–5 years’ experience in a senior IT support role. Strong knowledge of VMware ESXi. Experience working with external suppliers (MSPs, outsourced developers, data centres). Proficiency with Microsoft technologies: Exchange, Active Directory, and Office Suite. Firewall configuration and maintenance skills. Beneficial Knowledge SQL Server, including T-SQL. Cortex XDR antivirus. Omnissa Horizon. Veeam Data Backup. VLANs, DNS, and networking. IIS and related web technologies. Ideal Candidate A confident communicator able to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical colleagues. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to take ownership of challenges. A natural mentor who enjoys supporting the growth of junior colleagues. Proactive and enthusiastic about introducing innovative technologies to improve business performance. The Benefits Competitive salary package. Office-based role with flexibility for remote working. Opportunity to make a significant impact within a stable and forward-looking organisation. Interested? Please click Apply Now! IT Operations Manager – Circa £55K

IT Manager - Manchester Our client is a well-established organisation with a long history of providing valuable products and services to its customers. They are now looking for an experienced IT Manager to join their central office team in Manchester City Centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated IT professional to take on a role with both hands-on technical responsibilities and the chance to contribute to strategic IT initiatives. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of complex technical issues and ensure timely resolution. Work closely with the CTO and business stakeholders to deliver effective technical solutions aligned with wider objectives. Contribute to shaping the organisation’s infrastructure and technology roadmap. Mentor and support junior IT team members in their professional development. Collaborate with external suppliers, outsourced development teams, and managed service providers. Maintain and upgrade the IT estate to ensure systems remain secure, reliable, and up to date. Support IT projects from planning through to delivery, ensuring regular updates to stakeholders. Assist with IT budget monitoring and identify opportunities for cost optimisation. Proactively identify and mitigate IT-related risks across the organisation. Technical Skills Required 3–5 years’ experience in a senior IT support role. Strong knowledge of VMware ESXi. Experience working with external suppliers (MSPs, outsourced developers, data centres). Proficiency with Microsoft technologies: Exchange, Active Directory, and Office Suite. Firewall configuration and maintenance skills. Beneficial Knowledge SQL Server, including T-SQL. Cortex XDR antivirus. Omnissa Horizon. Veeam Data Backup. VLANs, DNS, and networking. IIS and related web technologies. Ideal Candidate A confident communicator able to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical colleagues. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to take ownership of challenges. A natural mentor who enjoys supporting the growth of junior colleagues. Proactive and enthusiastic about introducing innovative technologies to improve business performance. The Benefits Competitive salary package. Office-based role with flexibility for remote working. Opportunity to make a significant impact within a stable and forward-looking organisation. Interested? Please click Apply Now! IT Manager

IT Operations & Transformation Manager Manchester | £50,000 - £55,000 Zachary Daniels are partnered with a growing UK business to recruit an IT Operations & Transformation Manager, a key hire to drive improvements across technology, systems, and infrastructure. This is a high-impact role where you'll sit between day-to-day IT operations and longer-term transformation, helping the business modernise its technology landscape while ensuring everything continues to run smoothly. The Role You'll take ownership of IT operations while leading initiatives to improve systems, processes, and overall technology capability across the business. Key responsibilities include: · Leading day-to-day IT operations across infrastructure, systems, and support · Driving technology transformation and continuous improvement initiatives · Acting as the key link between the business and Group IT · Managing third-party vendors, suppliers, and service providers · Overseeing system performance, security, and reliability · Supporting business continuity, backup, and disaster recovery planning · Managing IT budgets, forecasting, and resource allocation · Leading and developing internal teams and external partners · Identifying and implementing new technologies to improve efficiency and user experience What We're Looking For · Experience in an IT Manager / IT Operations / Infrastructure leadership role · Strong background across Microsoft technologies (Azure, Office 365, SharePoint) · Experience working in multi-site or group environments · Ability to balance hands-on delivery with strategic thinking · Strong stakeholder management across technical and non-technical teams · Experience managing vendors, budgets, and IT projects · Exposure to cyber security, cloud, and system integrations Why Join? · Opportunity to shape and influence the IT landscape · High visibility role with senior stakeholders · Blend of operational leadership and transformation work · Business investing in technology and change Apply today with your most up to date CV! BH36068

Account Manager - IT Solutions Salary: £50K + Double OTE Location: Manchester (hybrid) Role Profile You will be responsible for developing strategic relationships within existing clients. You will need to build and maintain these relationships, and those with end users, in order to gain an understanding of the client's business and to maximise the development of new business and retention of existing revenues. You will be fully accountable for activity and results within your base. Desirable Criteria WLR/SIP/NGN and associated tariffing Data connectivity (DSL, FTTC, EoFTTC, EFM, leased line, P2P, MPLS, SDWAN) UCaaS/PBX CCaaS/Contact Centre Hosted Managed Services, Private Cloud, Public Cloud IT Services -MS365, security, backup, DR/DRaaS Mobile devices, voice and data composites ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

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