Opus IT Consulting Ltd

Skills:  1st Line Support, 2nd Line Support, Helpdesk, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Server, Cisco, MS Exchange, MCSE, MCP, MCITP, Call logging systems, Service Desk.

If you have approximately 1 years experience of working on a Helpdesk providing 1st line support and 2nd line support and are looking for a role with scope and opportunity then read on!

My client is looking for someone with a genuine interest in IT looking to further develop their skills within a rapidly expanding environment.  You will already have 1 years experience providing support within a Windows Desktop and Windows Server environment with technologies such as Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 2000 and Windows 2003 etc.  A MCP or other Microsoft accreditation (MCSE, MCITP) would be desirable as would Cisco knowledge and MS Exchange skills.

Partnered with a number of market leaders such as Cisco, Microsoft, VMWare and NetApp, you will be responsible for providing 1st and 2nd line support to a variety of different end clients.  With an emphasis on providing quality support, previous experience of working within an ITIL environment is desirable. 

This role would suit someone who has a flair for solving problems and a natural interest in learning about technology.  As well as utilising your Windows skills you will also be resolving problems with technologies such as Exchange.  You will also work with Cisco hubs, switches and routers resolving issues such as configuration problems. 

Career promotion is guaranteed as my client is growing rapidly. 

If you want to be considered further please contact me as soon as possible as my client are looking to interview next week.  Please call Claire on 01625 525 300 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Based in Leatherhead, Surrey this position is commutable from Guildford, Farnborough, Epson and Staines.

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Opus IT Consulting is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Location:  Leatherhead

Salary:  £negotiable

Ref:  CMA/L.9v2

My client is seeking a PL/SQL Developer for a contract role.

You will be working on high profile projects on behalf of UK Government Agencies and departments.

The Key responsibilities:-

·         Design complex programs from supplied specification

·         Creates and amends programs and COTS products in accordance with the design

·         Constructs, interprets and executes unit tests.

·         Producing detailed OO or procedural designs using UML with documentation

You will have a excellent understanding of PL/SQL in addition to a good understanding of:

·         Schema objects and the ability to read and write and execute PL/SQL, PL/SQL constructs and Data Types Packages

·         The used of collections and collection methods

·         Application context

·         Cursor management

·         Bulk Operations Dynamic SQL

·         Exceptions and Error Handling

Any experience in the following areas would also be of interest:

·         Experience of Oracle 10g/11g

·         Development using TOAD/SQL Naviagator

·         Knwoledge or appreciation of query optomization

·         Experience of administering Oracle on a unix operating system

·         Experience of Oracle Enterprise Manager

·         Experience of logical/physical database design

·         Oracle backup and recovery scenarios

·         Experience in Java, J2EE, JUnits, Eclipse IDE and UML

Due to the sensitive nature of work my client undertakes you'll be required to undergo DV security clearance prior to commencement of work on this project we are particularly interested in hearing from anyone who holds or has held a DV clearance.

Please contact Julie Bestwick on 01625 525 300 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for further information.

Location:  Runcorn, Cheshire

Ref:  JB/DVPL

My client is one of the world’s leading systems integrators, they are seeking an experienced Solutions Architect/Technical Architect to join key project.

You will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of all aspects of enterprise infrastructure solution and design. From capturing client requirements, translating these into technical solutions across multiple technology platforms and documenting them from Conceptual through to Physical levels, you will be involved in all stages of the life-cycle. During this process you will be responsible for selecting component pieces of the technology solution and ensuring that these elements integrate seamlessly with all other aspects of the technology solution.

To be considered for this role you will have a successful track record in the design and delivery of large scale enterprise architecture, from initial concepts, design and architecture of options and chosen solution, through to implementation and delivery. In addition you will be able to demonstrate the following experience and competencies:

• High levels of expertise in working collaboratively with senior managers both internally and externally, whilst directing the work of junior architects and project resources, either through direct assignment management or matrix management.
• Clear track record of effectively managing competing work deliverables and priorities both individually and through others to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Willingness to effectively leverage previous experience and work through complex issues from first principles, whist demonstrating persistence in pursing workable, scalable technology solutions. Specific experience in at least three of the following areas: 

• Server hardware (Knowledge of X86, Itanium, Sparc, PA Risc platforms)
• High Performance Computing (and application with other technologies such as Cloud)
• Operating Systems Windows, UNIX, Linux (Red Hat) Solaris associated Lifecycle Management, Standardisation, Build Management and Patching.

Please contact Sarah Potter-Lee to discuss further on 01625 525 300 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  

 

Salary:  £60,000 basic plus car funding and flexible benefits

 

Ref:  SPL/A85903

Key Responsibilities

• Designs complex programs from supplied specifications.
• Creates and amends programs and COTS products in accordance with the design.
• Constructs, interprets and executes unit tests, corrects and retests until error free.
• Produces detailed OO or procedural designs using UML, with documentation.
• Specifies user interfaces to project standards.
• Documents all work with standards, procedures and tools.

Mandatory Skills

• Good understanding of reading, writing and executing SQL statements and transaction control and locking.
• Ability to create DDL and DML statements applying:
• Appropriate predicates and operators
• Quote Character Assignment
• Multiple table joins
• Subqueries
• Group By
• SQL Functions
• Set Functions
• SQL Reserve words

Good understanding of PL/SQL, in addition a good understanding of schema objects and the ability to read, write and execute PL/SQL applying:

PL/SQL constructs and Data types

Packages

The used of collections and collection methods

Application Context

Cursor management

Bulk Operations

Dynamic SQL

Exceptions and Error Handling

Built-in Packages

Views

Triggers

Desirable Skills

• Experience of Oracle 10g/11g.
• Development using TOAD/SQL Navigator.
• An appreciation of query optimization, explain plans, performance tuning and schema object security.
• Experience of administering Oracle on a Unix operating system.
• Experience of Oracle Enterprise Manager (Grid Control).
• Experience of logical / physical database design.
• Knowledge of Oracle backup and recovery scenarios.
• Experience in Java, J2EE, JUnits, Eclipse IDE, UML.
• Experience of working within an agile delivery framework.

Please contact Sarah Potter-Lee on 01625 525 300 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Location:  Runcorn, Cheshire

Daily rate:  £excellent

Clearance:  DV cleared

Ref: SPL/DV/95693B

My client is a well established, non profit organisation; they are currently seeking an Infrastructure Analyst to join them. My client offers an excellent working environment, with a modern, state of the art office it is a great place to work. A stress-free working environment is adopted where everyone works together to get the job done!

You will report into the Technical Support Manager and will become part of team responsible for management, implementation and support of all managed infrastructure. The duties will also include liaising with third party vendors in order to provide problem resolution for infrastructure which our client is responsible or liaise with managed service providers for infrastructure managed under a managed service agreement. The role will include scope for evaluation of new infrastructure related products and will require the individual to liaise closely with other IT teams and business users in order that the technical infrastructure is aligned with the needs of the business.

JOB PROFILE:

You will work as part of a team and will be required to maintain a high standard of work within a dynamic and sometimes demanding environment. The ability to communicate at a technical level is essential, but also being able to communicate in clear and concise fashion to non-technical business is equal of importance. The job holder will be required to think tactically to adapt to changing priorities, but also strategically to ensure that NHBC infrastructure develops according to the agreed roadmap. The job holder should demonstrate a proactive and flexible approach in supporting the implementation and general support of all NHBC architecture. We are looking for an individual who strives for improvement and has the drive and energy to make those improvements happen.

JOB HOLDER PROFILE: 

• Extensive knowledge of MS products including Active Directory, Exchange, Sql Server and Windows Server environments up to and including 2008 is essential.
• MCSE/MCP qualifications are highly desirable.
• Management, configuration and support of Cisco based LAN architecture.
• Support and Management of Symantec Enterprise Vault.
• Experience in supporting Citrix Xenapp application delivery platform.
• A working knowledge of supporting firewalls in particular Checkpoint VPN SSL infrastructure.
• An In-depth knowledge of the management and support NetApp storage.
• Knowledge of support backup architectures. Experience of Backup Exec would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of supporting VMware environments up to and including ESX 4 is essential.
• Knowledge of supporting Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) would be advantageous.
• Experience of Altiris Server Management module would be advantageous.
• A minimum of 5 years general infrastructure support experience.
• 3 years infrastructure support experience working in an ITIL oriented environment.

• Installation, configuration and documentation of Windows Servers in virtual environments.
• Installation, configuration, management, documentation and performance tuning of NetApp storage.
• Installation, configuration, documentation, management of RHEL infrastructure.
• Installation, configuration and documentation of Server based applications where used to support NHBC environment.
• Proactive monitoring of all network infrastructures through available infrastructure monitors.
• Problem investigation relating to all NHBC supported infrastructure.
• Support of upgrades to servers and other supported infrastructure.
• Maintain close communication with support vendors.
• Use of the appropriate incident, change and problem management tools to support.
• Provide mentoring and knowledge transfer other members of the Technical Support Team and other teams within the IT department.
• Ensure appropriate liaison on support issues with other IT teams.

 Benefits

Discretionary Performance Related Bonus Scheme, 24 days holiday plus Bank holidays, Contributory Stakeholder Pension Plan (which individuals can join from the first day of employment!), Optional Health care scheme with BUPA and Childcare Voucher scheme  

To find out more please contact me on 01625 525300 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it   for further information. All applications will be treated in complete confidence.

This role is based in Milton Keynes and which is commutable from Newport Pagnell, Bletchley, Leighton Buzzard, Towcester, Luton, Bedford and Northampton

Opus IT Consulting is acting as an employment business in relation to the vacancy.

Salary:  £negotiable  

Ref:  SPL/0467