Job Description

Description

Location:

Widnes

Contract:

6-months' Fixed Term Contract

Shape, secure, and scale our Microsoft Azure environment

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Seras is looking for an Azure Administrator to implement, manage, and monitor our cloud services across compute, storage, networking, and security. You'll keep our Azure estate highly available, performant, and secure while helping us optimise costs and enable the business to move faster.

Key Responsibilities

Deploy, configure, and maintain Azure resources, including Virtual Machines, Storage Accounts, and networking components. Administer Azure Active Directory (AAD), managing user accounts, roles, and access policies. Monitor system performance and resolve issues using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and diagnostic tools. Design and implement backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability strategies. Ensure compliance with security standards and apply best practices for cloud security. Automate routine and manual tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, ARM templates, and Service Desk integrations. Collaborate with development and operations teams to support application deployments and ongoing operations. Optimise resource utilisation and manage costs through Azure Cost Management tools. Stay current with new Azure features and recommend enhancements to improve efficiency and security. Provide on-site support for projects and operational needs, with occasional travel to company locations.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

Strong relationship management skills Project Planning & governance Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines Familiarity with security and compliance frameworks Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) Proven experience as an Azure Administrator or similar role

Benefits

Health cash plan & virtual GP access Pension scheme & life assurance Employee referral scheme High street discounts Driver representatives & employee forum Personal development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme Free eye tests

About Seras

At Seras our biomass fuel expertise has been developed over the last 12 years. We process waste wood and supply 1.7 tonnes of biomass fuel to a network of UK power plants. The carbon savings made through our waste wood business is equivalent to the emissions created by driving 1.7 million miles a year in a VW Golf every year.