Systems Administrator

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Job Purpose

Dawn Distribution is currently seeking for a Systems Administrator to join our Distribution team to be based in our head offices in Naas, Co. Kildare. We are looking for a highly motivated and driven person who can multi task and work on their own initiative within a friendly and busy team environment.

Positions: Full-Time, Permenant

Location: Naas, Co. Kildare, Ireland

Working Hours: Mon. to Thur. 9:30am - 6pm, Friday hours based on shift rotations due to transport schedules.

Salary: DOE

Role Responsibilities & Duties

• Administer, monitor, and maintain company networks and IT systems within a temperature-controlled logistics environment.
• Manage and support user accounts, permissions, and access rights according to company policy and best practices.
• Ensure secure and regular backup of all critical business data.
• Operate and maintain Thyme-IT customs software for processing customs declarations and compliance tasks.
• Handle all processes relating to AES export, AIS import, ENS, CDS, PBN, GMR, TRACES, and IPAFFS for efficient cross-border logistics operations.
• Create and discharge T2 documents as part of customs transit procedures.
• Apply the TARIC system and commodity codes for accurate classification of goods and adherence to customs requirements.
• Utilise Stratum and Business Central platforms to support logistics and customs workflows as required by the business.
• Documenting procedures, configurations, and system changes in line with internal policies and audit requirements.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Systems Administrator or similar role, preferably in logistics, food, or related sectors.
• Strong knowledge of server and network administration virtualisation, and security best practices.
• Experience with backup solutions, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance in food safety and health & safety is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and regulatory requirements, particularly in relation to Brexit.
• Relevant IT certifications (e.g., CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco) are desirable.

What we can offer you?

• Annual leave 22 days.
• Pension plan.
• Health insurance scheme.
• Subsidised canteen.
• Employee assistance programme - this programme offers expert wellbeing support 24 hours a day 365 days a year access to counselling, financial information, consumer information, life coaching, health information, autism support, parent coaching, International employee support, all free for you and your family.
• Wellness programme.
• Maternity/Paternity leave benefits.
• Training & Development, Career progression.
• Christmas Savings Scheme.
• Bike to work scheme.