Job Description

IT in OT Specialist - Manufacturing Operations (Filton Site)
Contract Type: 6-Month Temporary Contract
Location: Filton - 100% Onsite
Rate: 36.34/hr Umbrella | 27.16/hr PAYE
Hours: 35 hours/week (flexible working between 7am-7pm, Mon-Fri)
Security Clearance: BPSS+ (Export Control Accreditation - A400M ITAR)
IR35 Status:Off-payroll working rules apply
About the Role
Our Client is seeking an experienced IT in OT Specialist to join their Digital for Operations team at their Filton manufacturing site. This role focuses on supporting and maintaining IT systems embedded within operational technologies used in the production of aircraft components.
You'll be part of a small, agile team responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of IT systems within industrial assets. This includes software and hardware configuration, network management, cyber security, and proactive maintenance across the plant.
Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve IT-related issues at the industrial asset level
• Install, configure, and maintain software, hardware, and network equipment
• Manage user accounts, workstations, and system security
• Apply antivirus, security patches, and ensure network segregation
• Perform backups and restores of software and databases
• Support new projects and contribute to planning and budgeting
• Maintain documentation and manage software/hardware licensing
• Monitor systems and support IT component disposal
• Liaise with internal teams, OEMs, and software vendors

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong IT support experience, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Familiarity with SCADA, HMI, or Numerical Control systems is a plus
• Understanding of cyber security practices in industrial environments
• Experience with system patching, antivirus deployment, and backup procedures
• Knowledge of networking infrastructure and Microsoft operating systems (including legacy)
• Ability to manage IT documentation and participate in IT projects
• Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Google Workspace experience is beneficial but not essential

If you think this could be a new and exciting career opportunity for you and you would like to learn more or just for an initial, no-obligation conversation please contact me on 07732 694 243 or you can apply directly by following the Easy Apply link and I will contact you as soon as I receive your contact details.
This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

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