IT Assistant

IT Assistant
Leicester
£28,000 - £32,000 per annum
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Occasional travel to other East Midlands sites

We are currently recruiting for an ambitious and motivated IT Assistant to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Leicester. Reporting directly to the Head of IT, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a long-term career within IT in a large and growing organisation.

This is a hands-on role supporting users across multiple sites, providing both desktop and remote support while assisting with the management of servers, business platforms, and the company's internal ERP system.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide desktop and remote IT support to multi-site users
  • Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues
  • Support and maintain servers, systems, and IT infrastructure
  • Assist in the administration and maintenance of the internal ERP system
  • Support business-critical platforms and applications
  • Escalate and resolve technical issues efficiently
  • Work closely with the Head of IT on ongoing projects and improvements
  • Travel occasionally to other company sites as required

Requirements

  • 2-4 years' experience within an IT support or infrastructure role
  • Previous experience supporting multi-site users
  • ERP system knowledge is essential
  • Experience with SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP platforms preferred
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and customer service abilities
  • Manufacturing industry experience preferred
  • A proactive attitude and eagerness to grow within IT

What's on Offer

  • Salary between £28,000 - £32,000
  • Career progression opportunities within a large business
  • Exposure to enterprise systems and infrastructure
  • Stable Monday to Friday working hours
  • Supportive and collaborative IT environment

Job Details

Company
Optima UK Inc Ltd
Location
Leicester, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£28000 - £32000/annum
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