IT Manager / Group IT Systems Administrator

U Value Insulation is an established international company, with over 40 years’ experience offering the building industry vast product choice combined with in-depth technical expertise. Distributing an extensive product catalogue for application across the full range of floor, wall and roof requirements, ensuring a one stop shop for all our client needs. We stock the very best brands & highest quality product ranges at competitive prices across thermal, acoustic and fire protection insulation products guaranteeing the widest choice and best value.

We are a successful Irish-owned business with annual revenues of approximately €110 million, operating across six strategic locations, comprising three depots in the Republic of Ireland and three depots in the United Kingdom. Our business relies heavily on technology to support operational excellence, customer service, logistics, warehousing, finance, and communications across multiple sites.

We are seeking a proactive, hands-on IT professional to take ownership of the company's IT infrastructure, systems, telecommunications, ERP environment, and technology vendors. This is a broad and varied role requiring someone who is equally comfortable solving day-to-day support issues as they are leading strategic technology projects.

Location: Ballycoolin, Dublin 15 (moving to Dunshaughlin, Co Meath very soon!)

Reports to: Group Financial Controller / Senior Management Team

Key responsibilities:

• Act as the primary point of contact for IT support, resolving hardware, software, network, and connectivity issues.
• Manage and maintain IT infrastructure across six sites, including servers, networks, cloud services, backups, and security systems.
• Own and support the company ERP system, coordinating issue resolution, upgrades, integrations, and ongoing optimisation.
• Administer Microsoft 365, user accounts, licensing, security settings, access controls, and compliance requirements.
• Manage IT suppliers, service contracts, telecommunications, software licensing, cloud platforms, and cybersecurity providers.
• Maintain IT asset registers, equipment lifecycle management, procurement, deployment, and stock control.
• Implement and promote cybersecurity best practices, including endpoint protection, MFA, user awareness training, GDPR compliance, and access management.
• Lead technology projects, system upgrades, business improvements, acquisitions, infrastructure enhancements, and site integrations.

Requirements

Essential:

• 5+ years' experience in IT management, systems administration, or senior IT support.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Windows Server, networking, cloud technologies, telecommunications, and cybersecurity.
• Experience supporting ERP/business systems and managing third-party IT vendors.
• Excellent troubleshooting, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and travel between Ireland and UK sites.
• Full driving licence.

Desirable:

• Experience in logistics, manufacturing, distribution, or multi-site operations.
• ERP implementation or upgrade experience.
• Relevant certifications (Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA, ITIL, Cybersecurity).
• IT project and budget management experience.

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Customer-focused with strong communication skills.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented.
• Commercially aware and cost-conscious.
• Comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels.
• Able to balance strategic planning with hands-on technical support.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 24 days annual leave
• Company pension scheme
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Group life cover
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bike to Work scheme
• Refer a Friend
• Month-end company lunch
• Social events throughout the year
• On-site parking
• Early finish on Fridays