IT Placement (1 year)
Placement Opportunity Summary:
With continued growth comes new opportunities and we are delighted to be developing our well established IT Department!
This is a fantastic career opportunity to play a key role supporting daily operations of the business, providing IT hardware and software support, resolving IT issues, development and improvement of IT infrastructures.
As an IT Placement student in Tobermore, you will benefit from a structured development and training plan that will enable you to gain experience in and knowledge of a variety of IT disciplines. You will be involved in supporting daily operations of the business, providing IT hardware and software support and resolving IT issues.
Secure your placement today with a Market Leader providing you with a first class opportunity to gain invaluable experience and join a well established IT team!
Some of the Key Benefits of joining us:
💸 Attractive salary + Annual Bonus.
💫 Private Healthcare from Day 1
✨ Enhanced Holiday Entitlements
💻 Access to Tech & Cycle to work schemes
🦺 Company Branded Clothing
⭐ Holiday Purchase Scheme
🎁 Length of Service gifts
About the role
Duties will include:
• Provide effective daily IT support for end users (hardware & software).
• Assist in preparation, installation, and deployment of all new IT equipment.
• Assist setup, installation, and configuration of all users across all corporate software platforms.
• Assist with maintaining fleet of multi-function devices and Desktop printers whilst updating the consumables inventory.
• Assist with daily air conditioning & CCTV checks.
• Preparation of yard tour equipment (as necessary).
• Maintain and keep an updated inventory of all IT supplies – report back to IT Manager to order as required.
• Replace any IT devices as required by senior IT.
• To liaise and assist the IT manager & IT administrator.
• Maintain and ensure all IT administration is up to date including address books, mobile numbers, org charts, etc and in line with GDPR.
• Maintain a tidy and organised IT office & server room.
• Act in a confidential and trustworthy manner at all times.
• Communicate any problems, uncertainties, or training issues to your manager immediately.
• Deal with users in a courteous, professional, and efficient manner at all times.
What you will need
Required criteria
- 5 GCSE’s including English & Maths A – C.
- Currently studying a computing or IT-related discipline that allows for a placement year commencing the following academic year.
- Working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook etc.
- Working knowledge of PC hardware and Microsoft desktop operating systems (Windows 10).
- • Good spoken and written communication skills. • Trustworthy. • High attention to detail. • Strong multi-tasking and organisational skills. • Self-motivated.
- • Ability to work well under pressure. • Strong problem-solving skills. • Team player. • Demonstrate the Company values. • A flexible approach to work
- • Eligibility to work in the UK
Desired criteria
- Awareness or working knowledge of: - Client server environment and networking configuration. - Microsoft Windows Server operating systems (MS Windows Server 2012, 2016) - VPN, VLAN and WLAN - Office 365 - SharePoint
- Full valid UK driving licence
Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity
Customer Service
Problem Solving
Root Cause Analysis
Time Management
Tobermore
Tobermore is a family run organisation, the family ethos of the firm is mirrored in the dedication of our staff. Tobermore is an award winning company and has been recognised both locally and internationally for both business processes and product quality. Our paving and walling products are manufactured from our plant in Northern Ireland and supplied right across the UK and Ireland. Together we will create beautiful spaces by producing world-class products whilst providing an outstanding customer experience.
Tobermore is an equal opportunities employer.
Tobermore began life as a humble sand and gravel business started by the Henderson family in 1942. We then diversified into concrete products, which were sold to the local community in the 1950s. In the late 1970s we became one of the forerunners in manufacturing block paving – or ‘Pavia’, as it was originally called. Now, more than 80 years later, we are one of the top paving and walling manufacturers in the UK and Ireland, and pride ourselves on our world-class technology and the unrivalled quality of our products. Achieving £85 million sales in 2021/22 and positioned number 24 in the NI Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies 2022, your future is in good hands. Working alongside forward thinking business professionals throughout the business and receiving continuous learning and support, start your Tobermore career today.
Our people To this day, the business remains family-run. We employ 450+ staff throughout the UK and Ireland. We embrace, encourage and engage in continuous improvement and continuous learning for all employees. Our people are the backbone to our company. They understand the importance of customer relationships. People buy from people. Our success is a testament to how customers appreciate our staff that have been trained and developed to deal professionally with all customer requirements. We only recruit people who share our values.
Our benefits
You Grow... We Grow It’s true. Continuous improvement lies at the heart of Tobermore's ethos. We encourage our staff to reach their potential through training in a supportive and fulfilling environment. At Tobermore, we take great pride in providing everyone with the opportunity to learn, develop and progress to do great things. We want to give our employees the opportunity to build on the already great skills and experience that they bring with them. View our employee perks below, dependent on the role.
Vacation, Paid time off
Performance bonuses
Retirement plan and/or pension
Office perks
Employee development programs
Employee discounts
Opportunity to travel
Remote working
Free parking
Free work laptop
Open office
Company retreats
Competitive salary
Event tickets
Long service recognition
We are a proud diversity ambassador
IT Placement (1 year)
Tobermore is a family run organisation, the family ethos of the firm is mirrored in the dedication of our staff. Tobermore is an award winning company and has been recognised both locally and internationally for both business processes and product quality. Our paving and walling products are manufactured from our plant in Northern Ireland and supplied right across the UK and Ireland. Together we will create beautiful spaces by producing world-class products whilst providing an outstanding customer experience.
Tobermore is an equal opportunities employer.