At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage infrastructure tickets and maintain Microsoft server systems for optimal performance.
- Company: Established organisation with a dedicated tech team focused on stability and progress.
- Benefits: Immediate start, flexible hours, and the option to work from Dunedin or Christchurch.
- Other info: Opportunity for independent work and career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Join a hands-on role that makes a real impact on essential system maintenance.
- Qualifications: Experience in systems engineering and strong troubleshooting skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Publication Date: 13/07/2026 | Location: Canterbury | Type: Contract or Temp | Sector: IT & Telecoms
About the Company
Our client is an established organisation with a dedicated technology function supporting core business systems, infrastructure, security, and day-to-day operations. You will join a practical, delivery-focused team that values stable systems, clear processes, and steady progress across essential infrastructure work.
Benefits
- Immediate start, contract through to the end of 2026
- Choice of being based in either the Dunedin or Christchurch office
- Flexible core business hours with no overtime expectations
- Independent work on ticket-based tasks
- Opportunity to contribute to essential system maintenance and security
About this role
This is a hands-on systems engineering contract focused on clearing a backlog of essential infrastructure maintenance tasks. You will support a standard Microsoft environment by updating server operating systems, upgrading virtualization software, resolving assigned infrastructure tickets, and completing smaller routine tasks that help maintain system health, security, and performance. The role can be based from either the Dunedin or Christchurch office, providing location flexibility and steady work for contractors.
Role Responsibilities
- Manage and resolve assigned infrastructure tickets
- Update and maintain Microsoft server operating systems
- Support upgrades to virtualization software and related infrastructure platforms
- Complete routine infrastructure maintenance and smaller operational tasks
- Contribute to system stability, security, performance, and availability
- Document progress clearly and communicate effectively with the wider technology team
Skills and Experience
- Proven enterprise experience in systems engineering and infrastructure maintenance
- Strong troubleshooting, prioritisation, and communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft server operating systems and related technologies
- Ability to work autonomously on ticket-based tasks in enterprise environments
- Capacity to deliver high-quality work efficiently
- Microsoft, cloud, security, or networking certifications advantageous
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