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Operations Leader/Manager, Linux, AIX, VMware, Windows

Operations Leader/Manager, Linux, AIX, VMware, Windows

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London, United kingdom

£ 750 /day

Freelance

22-10-2025

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Leadership Monitoring Ansible VMware Architecture Linux Windows Recruitment Windows Server

Job Specifications

Operations Leader/ManagerHybrid working - 3 days on site
PS550 - PS750 per day (umbrella engagement)
Our client, an industry leading national business, is looking to hire a contractor to Team lead/manage a team of platform specialists covering spanning Linux/Red-hat, AIX, Windows and VMWare tech, to ensure computing services are secure, resilient and scalable.
You will also drive automation and life cycle management.
The suitable candidate will have experience of strong technical leadership and operational discipline.
Engagement via Umbrella Company Only; all taxes & NI deducted at source.
General responsibilities:
Lead the operations of enterprise compute platforms eg Linux, AIX, Windows, VMware.
Ensure compliance with patching, config standards and security.
Manage End-of-Life (EoX) planning, upgrades, migrations etc.
Oversee platform monitoring including capacity and performance management.
Implement standard operating procedures to ensure consistency across computing services.
Collaborate with engineering and architecture teams to influence operational designs.
Drive automation of routine operational tasks using tools eg Ansible, SCCM, SCOM (or similar).
Provide reporting on platform performance, incidents & compliance.
Manage vendor relationships.
Contribute to audits, IT risk assessments and compliance reporting.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Skills & experience required:
Technical knowledge of Linux, AIX, Windows Server, VMware, and Red Hat
Demonstrated expertise in patch management
Demonstrated expertise in configuration compliance
Demonstrated expertise in performance tuning.
ITIL operational management experience
Knowledge of automation tools
Reasonable Adjustments:
Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.
If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason,please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

About the Company

Sanderson Recruitment is a Perth based Recruitment Consultancy providing professional recruitment solutions in Australia. Whether you are a client seeking to fill a position or a candidate seeking employment we are here to ensure we bring together the most talented of candidates with employers of choice. Long-term partnerships are the foundation of our business. We have worked hard to earn the loyalty and respect of our clients and candidates. As a result, we have developed an extensive network of contacts that provide both ... Know more