We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with a strong technical background to support our infrastructure, assist users, solve complex problems, and maintain a range of hardware systems. Technical Skills Required: Enterprise Systems Engineering: Minimum of 10 years of experience in enterprise-level systems engineering. Hardware Proficiency: Expertise in enterprise server and storage provisioning, support, and maintenance. Network Administration: Strong skills in provisioning and supporting network devices and firewalls. Virtualisation: Proficiency with VMware and Docker. Backup Solutions: Experience with VEEAM backup system hardware and software. Security: Knowledge of site security, both physical and network-based. Microsoft Services: Proficiency in Microsoft Exchange, File Sharing, and Active Directory. Linux Administration: Strong skills in Linux systems administration. Problem-Solving: A strong work ethic, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to prioritise tasks in a busy environment. Communication: Excellent communication skills for interaction with staff and team members. Preferred Skills: Automation and Scripting: Experience with automation tools like SaltStack or Ansible, and scripting in PowerShell, VBScript, Python, or Bash. Desktop and Application Support: Interest in automation and infrastructure as code for deployment and configuration of desktops and servers. Role Responsibilities: Lead as the primary Systems Engineer for the infrastructure supporting 160 staff Manage software and hardware for networks, private cloud servers, storage, backup, and VOIP systems. Handle supplier interactions for purchasing, maintenance, licensing, and support. Administer systems across VMware, Microsoft, and Linux platforms. This is a great opportunity to join a great team, based in a lifestyle location. Benefits include medical insurance, onsite gym, free parking and much more. Get in touch to find out more, today! Please note - candidates need the right to work in New Zealand and preferably, are based in Christchurch or are able to relocate at short notice. This is not a remote working opportunity.