National IT Technician - Testing & Deployment

The role of the National IT Technician is to work as part of a wider test team and the operational business. As the NIT Technician you will have responsibility for testing and supporting the in-Store hardware and software (such as Tills and Self-Checkouts, Card Payments, National Lottery, Electronic Gift Cards, etc.), including bug fixes, new features, regression and performance testing. 

In addition, you will support the deployment of any new and updated tested functionality.

If you’re a hardworking individual that’s ready to kick-start your career with an award-winning employer, apply to join #TeamAldi today!

Your New Role Responsibilities that require action from the National IT Technician:

• Utilise business requirements for the creation of test scripts and their execution 
• Raise concise defects and provide testing support required for their resolution
• Support with root-cause-analysis into discovered defects and/or errors
• Support with the coordination of internal and external testing, with third party vendors and/or IIT developers
• Monitor and report testing status
• Maintain testing equipment and environments 
• Develop training materials and other supporting documentation
• Support the wider team in any deployment activities, which includes out of hours working

Additional duties and responsibilities: 

• Ensures deadlines and SLAs are complied with in area of responsibility
• Ensures compliance with Aldi policies in their area of responsibility
• Maintains appropriate data, backups and logs for data in their area of responsibility
• Checks invoices for the area of responsibility following Company procedures
• Maintains asset, warranty, repair, license and any other IT controls as required

Please note, due to the nature of the role, you may be required to complete out of hours and weekend working. 

About You

• Experience and knowledge of software/hardware testing processes and procedures 
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical issues in rudimentary terms
• Experience with Microsoft Office Applications including Excel, Work and PowerPoint
• Proven experience within IT and troubleshooting 
• Ability to work independently and part of a team
• Ability to prioritise and execute tasks under pressure 
• Inquisitive and driven to perform to the best of their abilities
• Able to build trust and relationships at all levels
• Experience in executing test scripts, system databases and automation would be advantageous 
• Qualifications such as ISTQB, ITIL etc. would be desirable 
• Previous technical exposure to Electronic Retail Point of Sale systems would also be considered beneficial 

What You’ll get in Return

• Salary starting £31,335 rising to £35,020
• Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, with the opportunity of 2 days a week remote working (after passing 3-month probation)
• 18-month contract
• 4 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• In office flexi-time
• Full training provided
• Pension scheme
• Private employee medical insurance after 4 years
• Company sick pay scheme
• Company maternity, paternity and adoption pay after 1 year
• Long service rewards
• Access to MyBenefits, where you can find a wide range of benefits, including our bike to work scheme, shopping and cinema discounts, health cash plan, a FREE will, travel and discounted gym memberships, as well as a host of benefits to support your financial and wellbeing needs
• Access to a free,24/7, confidential virtual GP service for all Aldi Colleagues and their children (under the age of 16)

*You’ll need to live within 90 minutes of your main working location

*Please be aware that this role does not fulfil the requirements for visa sponsorship

Aldi is an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and are dedicated to promoting a culture of inclusion, providing an environment in which collaboration, respect and fairness are essential. We value diversity and are dedicated to treating all of our colleagues and prospective colleagues fairly and with respect.

If you’re looking for a career that gives you more, apply today!