We are a well established printing business with 3 sites across Radstock (Somerset_, Livingston (Glasgow) and Windsor
With Microsoft Server 2016 shortly ending its extended support, we are seeking a couple of contractors either on a self employed or fixed term basis to work for up to 6 months alongside our internal infrastructure team, who will provide access, local knowledge and change management support to move our estate to a supported platform.
The project covers roughly 150 virtual servers running on VMware, hosting Active Directory, file and print, web and business applications.
Main Objectives of this work will be:
- Audit the existing Windows Server 2016 instances, identifying roles, features, applications and dependancies
- Build replacement Windows Server 2025 servers from baseline templates and ensure configurations meet company standard build specifications
- Migrate file servers, shares and permissions using Storage Migration Service or equivalent tools
- Migrate internal services and other infrastructure roles
- Work with application owners to test and migrate business applications
- Follow company change control processes, raising chang requests and provide out-of-hours cutover support where required
- Decommission legacy servers securely, following documented processes, once migration is signed off
Requirements
- Right to work in the UK - these roles do not offer sponsorship visas and there will be a requirement that some site based work/attendance will be required either in Radstock or Livingston
- Strong background working with Windows Server in a business environment
- Hands-on experience with Windows Server 2025 including new featuers and deprecated components
- Experience with VMware vSphere
- Sound understanding of server hardening, patching anf backup/restore
- Work within strict change management processes
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to explain technical concepts to both technical and non technical audiences
Beneficial skills:
- Microsoft certifications in Windows Server
- Experience of mass server migration projects.
IT Contractors - Windows Server Migration in Radstock employer: CFH Docmail
CFH Docmail is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Radstock where you can thrive as an IT Service Desk Analyst. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and development, we provide 25 days of annual leave and foster a collaborative culture that values independent problem-solving and innovation. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that supports your career aspirations while delivering top-notch IT services.
