Windows Servers Administrator – German speaking!

Overview:

Our client is a multinational Engineering Group with its European HQ in the Zug – Zurich area. We are searching for a Windows Server Administrator to join the global IT support team. The group are expanding fast so we are searching for someone who can deal with the challenges of a fast-moving dynamic environment!

Responsibilities Include:

• As a Windows Server Administrator, you will be playing a key part in the Global IT team
• Responsible for windows server administration  and other storage systems, supporting end-users, troubleshooting and maintaining computer servers and networks
• Provide training to business units and end-users covering applications, hardware, networking, phone/video conferencing etc
• Work closely with the management team across the European entities to understand business IT demands/needs and proactively plan changes and upgrades
• Review, select and manage 3rd party vendors across Europe
• Evaluate hardware and software products and solutions producing recommendations
• Responsible for leading IT projects including upgrades, maintenance, implementations, user acceptance testing etc
• Work closely with many internal departments including Procurement, Finance / Audit, Legal / Contracts, Human Resources, Compliance…
• Key person in many internal cross-function projects
• Continuously monitor systems and networks and servers across European entities to foresee potential problems, outages etc and proactively manage identified issues

Requirements:

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in an IT-related subject
• Microsoft certifications are an advantage
• At least 4 years of experience in IT/desktop/systems support, troubleshooting and maintaining computer servers and networks
• Experience troubleshooting TCP/IP issues
• Proven success in leading IT projects including upgrades, implementations, servers maintenance, and new hardware/applications
• Ability to provide critical business units/end users with support both remote and directly
• Internationally minded and able to work in a dynamic multinational environment
• Great communication and presentation skills
• Swiss / EU nationals
• Fluent German and English required

Summary:

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced IT Administrator to join a Global Engineering group and take responsibility for European offices. The group are expanding fast so a great chance to develop your career rapidly!