IT Systems Administrator Linux

IT Systems Administrator - Linux
Greenock | Competitive Salary + Benefits
33 Days Holiday | Pension | Bonus

Adaptive Careers is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading global manufacturing business, for an IT Systems Administrator Linux. This is a permanent, site-based role located in Greenock, reporting directly to the IT Manager.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where IT plays a mission-critical role in supporting complex production operations. Youll gain exposure to a wide range of technologies and play a key part in ensuring stability, performance, and innovation across IT infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, upgrade, and patch Linux, UNIX, Citrix, VMware, and backup environments
• Monitor system performance, capacity, and storage planning
• Plan and implement new technologies and system upgrades
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues, collaborating with stakeholders to minimise downtime
• Manage and maintain data backup and recovery processes
• Ensure compliance with software licensing requirements
• Contribute to the maintenance of business continuity and IT disaster recovery plans
• Support the upkeep of the physical and operational IT environment

About You (Essential Skills & Experience)

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of Linux and UNIX systems administration(using Centos/RedHat currently)
• Solid understanding of infrastructure components (network, server, storage)
• Scripting, programming, and automation skills
• Experience with server virtualisation technologies (e.g. VMware)
• Knowledge of backup and recovery concepts
• Minimum 2 years experience as a Systems Administrator
• Excellent communication and teamworking skills

Desirable (But Not Essential):

• Experience administering databases such as PostgreSQL

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary + bonus
• 33 days holiday
• Pension scheme
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Long-term progression within a global industry leader
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact in a dynamic, supportive environment