Windows Server Manager

Job Title: Windows Server Manager (Contract)

Location: Maidenhead, UK (Hybrid – 2 days/week onsite)

Duration: 3 – 6 months | Days: 3 days/week (flexible)

Rate: Up to £300 a day

Why You’ll Love This Role

Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise truly matters. You’ll be the go‑to authority for our critical server infrastructure – empowering internal teams and delighting thousands of external users. Plus, you’ll partner on an exciting Azure migration that will shape our cloud future.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Own Our Servers: We take full charge of Windows Server, Hyper‑V clusters, Exchange, SQL, DNS, and web servers, keeping everything running at peak performance.
• Master Our Storage: Optimize IBM V7000 arrays to deliver rock‑solid reliability, speed, and growth planning.
• Lead & Inspire: Guide a tight‑knit IT team by sharing your know‑how, fostering best practices, and building their skills.
• Boost Uptime: Drive a hybrid support model that keeps 100+ internal users – and 2,000+ customers -up and running without a hitch.
• Pioneer in Azure: Spearhead a phased migration to Microsoft Azure, helping us modernize and scale securely.
• Champion Resilience: Design, test, and refine disaster recovery and backup plans so we’re always protected.
• Secure Our Network: Apply your networking and security savvy (VPNs, VLANs, firewalls) to keep data safe and compliant.

What You Bring

• Server Savvy: Proven track record in Windows Server management & Hyper‑V virtualization.
• Storage Smarts: Hands‑on experience with enterprise storage – IBM V7000 a plus.
• Cloud Curiosity: Practical knowledge of Azure administration & migration planning.
• Leadership Flair: Ability to motivate a small team and champion continuous improvement.
• Problem‑Solving Prowess: You thrive on untangling complex infrastructure challenges.
• Security Focus: Strong grasp of network protocols, patch management, and compliance standards.

Perks & Benefits

• Hybrid Flexibility: Balance your time between our Maidenhead office and your home setup.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will directly enhance the experience of thousands of users.
• Professional Growth: Expand your skill set through hands‑on Azure migration and advanced infrastructure projects.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive team that values ideas, innovation, and proactive problem‑solving.

Ready to Elevate Our Infrastructure?

Apply now with your CV or reach out directly to eamaglo@pg-rec.com – let’s build something great together!