Barfoots of Botley Ltd

Barfoots of Botley Ltd is searching for an IT professional to join our dynamic IT team. In this role, you'll support and enhance our network and server infrastructure while enjoying a fast-paced environment where you can make a significant impact. Your responsibilities will include maintaining core IT systems, contributing to network design, and providing excellent user support. We value continuous improvement and offer numerous employee benefits including a company pension scheme and onsite parking.

Barfoots of Botley Ltd in Chichester is seeking a Junior Farm Administrator to join their busy Farm Office team. The ideal candidate will be proactive and reliable, supporting the management team with various administrative tasks. Full training will be provided to help you grow in this role. This position requires good communication skills and organization as you manage your workload effectively. The company offers supportive training and numerous benefits including a pension scheme and discounted leisure memberships.

The Role We're looking for a proactive and experienced IT professional to join our dynamic IT team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting and shaping a modern, forward-thinking organisation. Reporting to the Head of IT, you'll be instrumental in maintaining and enhancing our network and server infrastructure, ensuring our systems run smoothly and efficiently. You'll work across a wide range of technologies, gaining exposure to both day-to-day support and exciting project work. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, thrives on solving problems, and takes pride in delivering excellent service. You'll collaborate with colleagues across the business, making a real impact while continuously developing your own skills. Site Based: PO21 3PX No agencies please What You'll Be Doing: Supporting and maintaining core IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, firewalls, and backup systems Acting as a key point of contact for IT support, helping users resolve issues quickly and effectively Monitoring systems proactively to prevent issues before they arise Contributing to the design and implementation of network solutions (LAN, WAN, and wireless) Supporting and delivering IT projects alongside day-to-day operations Managing and maintaining Active Directory and other core Microsoft services Identifying and driving improvements to systems, processes, and technologies Creating and maintaining clear, high-quality documentation and user guides Providing user training and guidance to improve overall IT adoption Taking part in an on-call rota to support critical incidents (approx. 1 week in 7) What We're Looking For: 3-5 years' experience in a network or infrastructure support role Strong hands on experience with servers, networking, and security technologies A proactive, solutions focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly A strong customer focused approach and commitment to delivering high quality service Ability to manage priorities and work effectively in a fast paced environment Technical Experience: You'll have solid experience in several of the following: Virtualisation technologies (ideally VMware) Microsoft Windows Server 2016 & above Active Directory and Group Policy Microsoft Exchange Cisco switching and VLANs Firewall technologies (preferably FortiGate) Network monitoring and printing solutions Structured cabling (including Cat5 termination) Nice to Have (but not essential): Knowledge of ITIL practices Microsoft or Cisco certifications Experience with HP server hardware Microsoft Skype for Business or SharePoint Cisco wireless technologies Exposure to ERP or telephony systems Why Work for Barfoots? Investors In People Silver Award status. Company pension scheme 24/7 Online GP access Life Assurance Employee Assistance Program Benefits Platform Development opportunities Discounted leisure membership Discounted vegetable box scheme Cycle to work scheme Free onsite parking Approved training centre for Highfield qualifications Committed to Sustainability

About Us Growing is in our nature. Over 50 years ago, we started life as a small family farm with a handful of people and a modest range of crops. Today, we're a global farming and food business working thousands of acres and employing thousands of people around the world to grow, process, pack and market a range of fresh produce. Supplying our premium produce to some of the UK's leading retailers and restaurants, we are very proud of what we do and how we do it. With our impressive green credentials, we truly are committed to sustainability, demonstrating continued investment in the latest technologies to help maintain our carbon neutral footprint. Full Time: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm Site Based: PO21 3PX Junior Farm Administrator A great opportunity for an Junior Office Administrator to join our busy Farm Office team. We're looking for a reliable and proactive individual who is keen to start a career in an office based environment, learning all elements of administration support. Reporting to the Farm Director, you'll need good communication skills and feel comfortable speaking with a range of people, both within the business and externally. In this role, you'll support the farm management team with day-to-day administrative tasks, including data entry and helping with reception duties when needed. Full training will be provided where required. We're looking for someone who is organised, able to manage their workload, and enjoys working as part of a team. This role would suit someone starting out in an administrative career or looking to build their experience Duties and Responsibilities Supporting the farm management team with general administrative tasks Entering and updating information on internal systems Ordering supplies and parts when needed Helping to organise fuel deliveries and keep records up to date Assisting with fuel tracking for farm vehicles Helping with basic purchasing tasks, such as raising orders when required Providing reception/front of house cover when needed Supporting the team with other day-to-day tasks as required Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience Positive attitude and willing to learn Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (training can be provided) Comfortable using computers and entering information accurately Organised and able to keep track of tasks Able to manage time and meet deadlines Good attention to detail Able to adapt and learn new ways of working Good communication skills, both written and verbal NO AGENCIES PLEASE Investors In People Silver Award status. Company pension scheme 24/7 Online GP access Life Assurance Employee Assistance Program Benefits Platform Development opportunities Discounted leisure membership Discounted vegetable box scheme Cycle to work scheme Free onsite parking Approved training centre for Highfield qualifications Rapidly growing company Committed to Sustainability