IT Manager

Are you a hands-on IT Infrastructure leader who thrives in fast paced manufacturing environments and loves being on site, solving problems and driving change?

Our client is a growing multi site manufacturing group with a strong reputation for operational excellence, accountability and collaboration. Technology is seen as a core enabler of business success rather than a support function. The environment is demanding, highly people focused and strongly values in person engagement. Teams are empowered, leaders are trusted, and delivery matters.

We're seeking a
Manager, IT Infrastructure & Security
to lead the infrastructure function across servers, networks, desktops, security and core platforms. Reporting into the IT Director, this role owns the stability, performance and security of the technology environment while leading a team of 5 infrastructure professionals. This is a hands on leadership role, suited to someone who has grown from a technical background and enjoys balancing people leadership with technical problem solving and project delivery.

What's in it for you

• Lead infrastructure and security for an organisation supporting around 700 users across office and production
• Highly visible role with direct impact on uptime, performance and business productivity
• Strong accountability culture with leaders who coach, listen and support development
• Opportunity to drive change across infrastructure, security and site based technology
• Salary $130,000 to $135,000, 7.5% discretionary bonus, 100% employer paid benefits from day 1, RRSP up to 3.5% match, 3 weeks vacation, cell phone stipend

You'll be responsible for

• Leading and developing a small team including Sys Admin, Network Admin and IT Specialists
• Owning servers, networks, storage, desktops, peripherals and security controls
• Delivering multiple concurrent infrastructure and change projects
• Ensuring high system uptime, performance and security compliance
• Partnering closely with internal teams, stakeholders and site leaders

You'll need

• 5+ years experience in IT infrastructure with leadership responsibility
• Strong Microsoft Windows environment experience and understanding of virtualisation
• Exposure to Nutanix, VMware or similar platforms
• Manufacturing, CPG or very similar multi site operational experience
• A proactive, accountable and relationship driven leadership style

Location:
This is a 100% in office role based in Langley, BC. Very limited travel to other sites 1 to 2 times per year. Shift options include Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, or 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch.

Our client is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, gender, age, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Every application will be reviewed by a real person and responded to.