Server Team Leader

Lead a Server Team in a transformative digital environment. Collaborate on business-critical IT strategies and infrastructure. Opportunity for continuous improvement and great internal team. Join our client as a Server Team Lead in Christchurch, leading a team in a dynamic, transformative IT environment.

What our client can offer:
Our client, a major player in the South Island's community, offers a transformative and collaborative work environment. As a Server Team Lead, you will join a team dedicated to excellence and innovation. The organisation values its deep connection to the community, ensuring every effort contributes to a better tomorrow. You will be a part of a culture that thrives on teamwork and collective success, with a commitment to nurturing individual growth and development. This role presents a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of an exciting digital transformation, shaping the future of IT services within a well-established business.

Our client offers a supportive and inclusive culture, with opportunities for professional growth and personal wellbeing including additional paid parental leave, financial health checks, health insurance for you and your family after a qualifying period, discounts at local gyms, access to online wellbeing tools, and a prayer and privacy room onsite.

What you will do:
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading and guiding the Server team through various operational and project-based challenges. Your day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing team resources, ensuring effective teamwork, and setting high-performance standards. As a team leader, your role extends beyond management; it involves inspiring and mentoring your team. You will collaborate closely with other IT teams and stakeholders, mapping out and designing IT solutions that align with business needs and strategies. This role requires a hands-on approach and a blend of technical expertise and leadership skills.

Skills and experience we are looking for:
To be considered for this role, you will ideally have;

IT-related tertiary qualification (Diploma or Degree)
Minimum 5-7 years relevant experience, including management
Expertise in project management and delivery
Strong IT infrastructure and operations experience
Knowledge of server migrations, physical hardware and infrastructure
Demonstrated Team Leader experience with resource planning skills
Effective communication skills across various teams and stakeholders
Problem-solving abilities and decision-making skills
This role is ideal for someone passionate about driving change and leading a team in a dynamic, innovative environment. If you are eager to contribute to a cooperative that deeply values its community impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Please note for this role our preference is for candidates who are currently residing in New Zealand and ideally hold current work rights, or are well progressed with their visa application process.

What to do next:
Apply using the Apply button on this page
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Immigrating to New Zealand?
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