INEOS Chemicals Grangemouth Limited
Polmont, Stirlingshire
Title: Applications Systems Engineer (Level 3) Hours: 37.5 per week Location: Site based 5 days per week at our Grangemouth HQ Salary: Dependent on skills, qualifications and experience Contract type: PAYE Agency (6-month initial contract) ABOUT US A truly global company, INEOS comprises of numerous businesses with sites in countries throughout the world. We also encompass a wide range of consumer brands and sports interests. Grangemouth remains one of INEOS key sites in the UK and is home to world scale manufacturing plants offering a unique environment in which to grow your skills, knowledge and competencies within the petrochemical sector. We are engineering a strong future for our site, based on a highly skilled, experienced workforce and a portfolio of essential products that underpin a sustainable, low carbon future for all. We are entrepreneurial. We love to find new ways of doing things. Whether that s through improving the energy efficiency of our plants, developing new ways of working or delivering on our net zero promises. And we re proud to be doing this in Scotland. We believe in offering our employees true autonomy and empowerment with a working environment that creates the opportunities for all of us to achieve our potential and to have a fulfilling professional career. ABOUT OUR OPPORTUNITY A highly skilled and experienced IT professional is required to join our team to provide technical expertise in supporting and maintaining business-critical applications across multiple INEOS businesses. The successful candidate will ensure application stability, security, and performance while driving continuous improvement to meet agreed Service Level Agreements and business objectives. This role involves delivering end-to-end application lifecycle services, including design, implementation, maintenance, upgrades, and modifications, while safeguarding systems against cyber threats and ensuring compliance with digital security and legislative requirements. As a senior member of the team, you will also play a key role in mentoring colleagues, managing incidents, and contributing to projects that enhance application reliability and business continuity. Key accountabilities Implement and sustain IT applications systems and services to achieve business goals for availability, reliability, security, functionality and cost while meeting the growing needs for digital security and legislative compliance to meet Service Level Agreements (SLA). Define / develop, test & implement both in-house developed & third-party applications to meet business defined requirements and ensuring they comply with best practice and group Cyber Security standards. Regular review and prioritisation of incoming support issues to ensure resolution within a timely manner. Actively assist in the management and resolution of any unplanned application outages. To create & maintain IT Applications Team support documentation & technical standards procedures to ensure continuity of IT services. To implement continuous service improvement initiatives as directed by IT Applications Team Lead. To mentor and coach other members of the IT Applications Team promoting best practices and excellent customer service. To participate in IT Applications Team projects ensuring that they are delivered on time, on budget and meet the stated business requirements. Special features Role involves participation in the IT Incident Management and Application Team out of hours on call rota. ABOUT YOU Required: Bachelor or Master in a technical, business or IT discipline or equivalent experience Extensive technical experience in an IT environment A number of years experience working in a senior application support and maintenance role Expertise in developing SharePoint solutions using the SharePoint Framework, with experience in Power Automate workflows, Azure Functions, and secure authentication via Azure AD. Skilled in supporting pipelines with Azure DevOps. Self-starter, with strong team-working, influencing, communication and other interpersonal skills A proactive mindset with a focus on service and customer impact Performs consistently in time-sensitive and complex scenarios Deep understanding of application system architecture, design, life cycle and deployment Proven track record in creating, implementing & reviewing technical solutions for IT Applications and IT business systems Proven experience with solving problems on a wide range of system issues Desired: Experience in the Oil and Gas sector Coding skills using languages such as VBScript, VBA, JavaScript, PowerShell and MS-DOS Working knowledge of one or more of ASP, .NET, Apex and MS Access Working knowledge of web and application servers including Microsoft IIS, Oracle WebLogic, IBM WebSphere, Apache Tomcat, and JBoss Experience with Snowflake and Azure cloud computing platform Experience working with SQL for data querying, processing and performance tuning. An understanding of networking to troubleshoot connectivity issues affecting application performance (DNS, proxy, SSL) HOW TO APPLY Application Process Interested candidates should submit their CV via our website . Pre-screen (If applicable) Applicants with a successful CV may be invited to an online MS Teams or telephone call to further discuss the role, the organisation and your suitability. Formal Interview Successful applicants will then be invited to interview which will consist of behavioural and technical questions. For some roles the recruitment process may also include technical testing, behaviour questionnaires and/ or a delivering a presentation. Provisional Offer If you are selected as the preferred candidate you will receive a provisional offer which will be subject to a medical assessment and reference checks. Some roles may also require a criminality check. If you would like to discuss any adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process please contact us. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during application, assessment and on-boarding stages.
Title: Applications Systems Engineer (Level 3) Hours: 37.5 per week Location: Site based 5 days per week at our Grangemouth HQ Salary: Dependent on skills, qualifications and experience Contract type: PAYE Agency (6-month initial contract) ABOUT US A truly global company, INEOS comprises of numerous businesses with sites in countries throughout the world. We also encompass a wide range of consumer brands and sports interests. Grangemouth remains one of INEOS key sites in the UK and is home to world scale manufacturing plants offering a unique environment in which to grow your skills, knowledge and competencies within the petrochemical sector. We are engineering a strong future for our site, based on a highly skilled, experienced workforce and a portfolio of essential products that underpin a sustainable, low carbon future for all. We are entrepreneurial. We love to find new ways of doing things. Whether that s through improving the energy efficiency of our plants, developing new ways of working or delivering on our net zero promises. And we re proud to be doing this in Scotland. We believe in offering our employees true autonomy and empowerment with a working environment that creates the opportunities for all of us to achieve our potential and to have a fulfilling professional career. ABOUT OUR OPPORTUNITY A highly skilled and experienced IT professional is required to join our team to provide technical expertise in supporting and maintaining business-critical applications across multiple INEOS businesses. The successful candidate will ensure application stability, security, and performance while driving continuous improvement to meet agreed Service Level Agreements and business objectives. This role involves delivering end-to-end application lifecycle services, including design, implementation, maintenance, upgrades, and modifications, while safeguarding systems against cyber threats and ensuring compliance with digital security and legislative requirements. As a senior member of the team, you will also play a key role in mentoring colleagues, managing incidents, and contributing to projects that enhance application reliability and business continuity. Key accountabilities Implement and sustain IT applications systems and services to achieve business goals for availability, reliability, security, functionality and cost while meeting the growing needs for digital security and legislative compliance to meet Service Level Agreements (SLA). Define / develop, test & implement both in-house developed & third-party applications to meet business defined requirements and ensuring they comply with best practice and group Cyber Security standards. Regular review and prioritisation of incoming support issues to ensure resolution within a timely manner. Actively assist in the management and resolution of any unplanned application outages. To create & maintain IT Applications Team support documentation & technical standards procedures to ensure continuity of IT services. To implement continuous service improvement initiatives as directed by IT Applications Team Lead. To mentor and coach other members of the IT Applications Team promoting best practices and excellent customer service. To participate in IT Applications Team projects ensuring that they are delivered on time, on budget and meet the stated business requirements. Special features Role involves participation in the IT Incident Management and Application Team out of hours on call rota. ABOUT YOU Required: Bachelor or Master in a technical, business or IT discipline or equivalent experience Extensive technical experience in an IT environment A number of years experience working in a senior application support and maintenance role Expertise in developing SharePoint solutions using the SharePoint Framework, with experience in Power Automate workflows, Azure Functions, and secure authentication via Azure AD. Skilled in supporting pipelines with Azure DevOps. Self-starter, with strong team-working, influencing, communication and other interpersonal skills A proactive mindset with a focus on service and customer impact Performs consistently in time-sensitive and complex scenarios Deep understanding of application system architecture, design, life cycle and deployment Proven track record in creating, implementing & reviewing technical solutions for IT Applications and IT business systems Proven experience with solving problems on a wide range of system issues Desired: Experience in the Oil and Gas sector Coding skills using languages such as VBScript, VBA, JavaScript, PowerShell and MS-DOS Working knowledge of one or more of ASP, .NET, Apex and MS Access Working knowledge of web and application servers including Microsoft IIS, Oracle WebLogic, IBM WebSphere, Apache Tomcat, and JBoss Experience with Snowflake and Azure cloud computing platform Experience working with SQL for data querying, processing and performance tuning. An understanding of networking to troubleshoot connectivity issues affecting application performance (DNS, proxy, SSL) HOW TO APPLY Application Process Interested candidates should submit their CV via our website . Pre-screen (If applicable) Applicants with a successful CV may be invited to an online MS Teams or telephone call to further discuss the role, the organisation and your suitability. Formal Interview Successful applicants will then be invited to interview which will consist of behavioural and technical questions. For some roles the recruitment process may also include technical testing, behaviour questionnaires and/ or a delivering a presentation. Provisional Offer If you are selected as the preferred candidate you will receive a provisional offer which will be subject to a medical assessment and reference checks. Some roles may also require a criminality check. If you would like to discuss any adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process please contact us. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during application, assessment and on-boarding stages.
Ideal Personnel & Recruitment Solutions Limited
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Our client has an exciting opportunity for an IT Operations Manager to join their IT Department. The IT Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of firm s IT infrastructure to ensure systems, networks, and services are reliable and secure. This includes leading a team of IT professionals, providing IT support in accordance with their service level agreement, monitoring system performance, troubleshooting issues, managing budgets, and implementing new technologies. Duties and Responsibilities Support the IT Director with the implementation of the firms IT and AI & Innovation Strategies Collaborate with the Innovation Manager and the Digital Adoption Team members to support innovation projects. Manage IT Operations team members, including performance and training assessments, ensuring the team keep abreast of technology changes and maintain high service standards. Manage, maintain and optimise the firm s on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure. Oversee backup and system security operations in accordance with the firm s policies. Participate in internal and external audits, including ISO27001 and ISO22301. Manage the Cyber Essential Plus accreditation renewals. Develop and document processes and procedures, providing to ensure they are fully implemented within the team. Identify and manage operational risks Manage information technology projects ensuring project deadlines are adhered to Provide hands-on support and participate in the out-of-hours support rota as required Provide support and guidance to stakeholders via help desk Assist the IT Director with the management of IT vendors, contracts, and software licenses Develop IT best practice guides and procedures. Prepare monthly management reports of team/service activities, tasks, and operational metrics Technical Competencies Microsoft 365 Platform, including Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive and Office Strong technical knowledge of network and server operating system Experience with support of Windows Operating Systems, SQL Server and Active Directory, including PowerShell scripting Proven experience in IT infrastructure planning, development, and operations Proven experience in server virtualisation and Cloud-based Infrastructure Enterprise Backup, Replication and Business Continuity and Disaster recover mitigation and response Strong understanding of project management principles and practices Strong understanding of Helpdesk and Customer Relations Support systems Strong understanding of Data Security and Cyber Security basics Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.
Our client has an exciting opportunity for an IT Operations Manager to join their IT Department. The IT Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of firm s IT infrastructure to ensure systems, networks, and services are reliable and secure. This includes leading a team of IT professionals, providing IT support in accordance with their service level agreement, monitoring system performance, troubleshooting issues, managing budgets, and implementing new technologies. Duties and Responsibilities Support the IT Director with the implementation of the firms IT and AI & Innovation Strategies Collaborate with the Innovation Manager and the Digital Adoption Team members to support innovation projects. Manage IT Operations team members, including performance and training assessments, ensuring the team keep abreast of technology changes and maintain high service standards. Manage, maintain and optimise the firm s on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure. Oversee backup and system security operations in accordance with the firm s policies. Participate in internal and external audits, including ISO27001 and ISO22301. Manage the Cyber Essential Plus accreditation renewals. Develop and document processes and procedures, providing to ensure they are fully implemented within the team. Identify and manage operational risks Manage information technology projects ensuring project deadlines are adhered to Provide hands-on support and participate in the out-of-hours support rota as required Provide support and guidance to stakeholders via help desk Assist the IT Director with the management of IT vendors, contracts, and software licenses Develop IT best practice guides and procedures. Prepare monthly management reports of team/service activities, tasks, and operational metrics Technical Competencies Microsoft 365 Platform, including Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive and Office Strong technical knowledge of network and server operating system Experience with support of Windows Operating Systems, SQL Server and Active Directory, including PowerShell scripting Proven experience in IT infrastructure planning, development, and operations Proven experience in server virtualisation and Cloud-based Infrastructure Enterprise Backup, Replication and Business Continuity and Disaster recover mitigation and response Strong understanding of project management principles and practices Strong understanding of Helpdesk and Customer Relations Support systems Strong understanding of Data Security and Cyber Security basics Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.
VIQU Ltd
Senior Database & Web Platform Engineer - Birmingham VIQU is partnering with a leading global law firm to recruit a Senior Database & Web Platform Engineer. This is a senior technical role within the firm's Core Services/Information Infrastructure function, offering technical ownership of critical database, web and identity platforms that underpin global legal and business operations. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a complex, enterprise-scale environment, combining hands-on technical delivery with platform ownership, service improvement and technical leadership. Key Responsibilities Provide third-line support for high-profile, business-critical legal and information systems Own and manage the global database and web platform estate, including SQL Server, SharePoint, Web, Azure Cloud Services, SSO and Identity Management Ensure platform architecture, resilience, performance and security meet agreed service level targets Lead and deliver platform upgrades, deployments and code releases in line with formal change processes Carry out deep-dive technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex escalations Proactively monitor and optimise platforms in line with Microsoft best-practice guidelines Act as a senior technical SME, providing guidance to internal teams and third-party vendors Drive technology innovation and continuous improvement across database and web platforms Produce and maintain technical documentation, standards and knowledge articles Participate in an on-call rota as part of the Information Infrastructure team Key Requirements Proven experience in a senior or lead-level role supporting enterprise database and web platforms Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server, including administration, performance tuning and HA/DR Experience supporting SharePoint (on-prem and/or online) and web hosting platforms Experience working with Azure Cloud Services in a production environment Knowledge of SSO and Identity Management solutions Proven third-line support and escalation experience Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly Experience working within structured IT environments with formal change and service management If this sounds of interest, please get in touch: Phoebe Rees (see below) Know someone suitable? You can earn up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (T&Cs apply).
Senior Database & Web Platform Engineer - Birmingham VIQU is partnering with a leading global law firm to recruit a Senior Database & Web Platform Engineer. This is a senior technical role within the firm's Core Services/Information Infrastructure function, offering technical ownership of critical database, web and identity platforms that underpin global legal and business operations. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a complex, enterprise-scale environment, combining hands-on technical delivery with platform ownership, service improvement and technical leadership. Key Responsibilities Provide third-line support for high-profile, business-critical legal and information systems Own and manage the global database and web platform estate, including SQL Server, SharePoint, Web, Azure Cloud Services, SSO and Identity Management Ensure platform architecture, resilience, performance and security meet agreed service level targets Lead and deliver platform upgrades, deployments and code releases in line with formal change processes Carry out deep-dive technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex escalations Proactively monitor and optimise platforms in line with Microsoft best-practice guidelines Act as a senior technical SME, providing guidance to internal teams and third-party vendors Drive technology innovation and continuous improvement across database and web platforms Produce and maintain technical documentation, standards and knowledge articles Participate in an on-call rota as part of the Information Infrastructure team Key Requirements Proven experience in a senior or lead-level role supporting enterprise database and web platforms Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server, including administration, performance tuning and HA/DR Experience supporting SharePoint (on-prem and/or online) and web hosting platforms Experience working with Azure Cloud Services in a production environment Knowledge of SSO and Identity Management solutions Proven third-line support and escalation experience Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly Experience working within structured IT environments with formal change and service management If this sounds of interest, please get in touch: Phoebe Rees (see below) Know someone suitable? You can earn up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (T&Cs apply).
