People First Recruitment

People First Recruitment

London

Mandarin Speaking IT Systems Engineer

Full-Time£36,000 - 72,000 per yearavant-hierUnited Kingdom
IT

Job Description

Salary: £36,000 - 72,000 per year

Requirements:
  • Fluent in Mandarin and English
  • IT system engineering-related experience in the UK
  • Extensive relevant experience in a professional environment
  • Solid management experience of Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange Server, VMware software, and File Server
  • Good knowledge of TCP/IP and networking management
  • Ability to configure Cisco Switch, Router, Firewall, and wireless devices
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Mandarin and English
  • Experience in problem solving and troubleshooting
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability
  • Customer-focused attitude
  • Can-do attitude
  • Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team
  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or related field and/or equivalent technical degree required
  • Microsoft and Cisco certifications are preferable
Responsibilities:
  • Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server and VMware in line with the latest technical development and business needs
  • Oversee the operation and management of remote working systems
  • Configure Active Directory and related services including DNS, DHCP, DFS, and GPOs
  • Manage enterprise network and storage server(s)
  • Assist the Department Head to ensure information security complies with established policies and standards
  • Implement, update, and monitor disaster recovery and relevant procedures and processes
  • Assist the Head of Department to update IT policies, procedures, operation manuals, and configuration guidelines annually
  • Communicate and coordinate with external service providers to support the availability, reliability, and scalability of the Comms room, dedicated circuits, Internet circuits, network, storage, PC server, and systems
  • Assist the Department Head in managing and training new team members
  • Take preventative measures to ensure smooth business operations
  • Carry out other ad-hoc tasks as required by the line manager
Technologies:
  • Active Directory
  • Cisco
  • Firewall
  • Support
  • Network
  • Security
  • TCP/IP
  • VMware
  • Windows

More:

We are recruiting for a Mandarin speaking IT Systems Engineer based in Central London. This is an office-based permanent role with a salary depending on experience and an ASAP start. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Please note that only candidates eligible to work in the UK and able to provide relevant supporting documentation can be considered.

last updated 36 week of 2026

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About People First Recruitment

People First Recruitment

People First Recruitment

London

IT

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