Junior Systems Administrator
| Posting date: | 24 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,000.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £27,000 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 December 2025 |
| Location: | Cheshire, CH1 3BQ |
| Company: | FORGE HOLIDAY GROUP LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ORG5811-AM1448711CheJSA |
Summary
Forge Your Future with Us! ️
Salary: Up to £27,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Working Policy: Office-based at our Chester HQ
Team: Technology – IT Operations
Reports To: IT Helpdesk Manager
Are you passionate about IT and eager to kickstart your career in systems administration? Whether you’re fresh from an IT qualification or looking to take your first step into infrastructure support, this is your chance to join a leading force in the holiday industry!
We’re on the lookout for a Junior Systems Administrator to join our award-winning Technology Team at Forge Holiday Group. If you’re ready to learn, support, and grow alongside experienced professionals, this is the opportunity for you!
Why You’ll Love It Here:
At Forge, we believe in more than just a job, we offer a springboard into a dynamic tech career, where you’ll be supported by a vibrant, inclusive culture, hands-on experience, and access to cutting-edge tools. You’ll work with Microsoft 365, Azure AD, and modern device management platforms, while learning best-in-class infrastructure practices. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make an impact.
This isn’t just another entry-level role, it’s the start of something big.
What’s In It For You:
Annual Bonus Scheme
️ 33 days’ holiday (incl. bank hols) + extra for long service
Your birthday off
2 paid volunteering days
Enhanced parental leave (24 weeks maternity, 3 weeks paternity at full pay)
Discounts on stays with our brands + wellbeing perks
️ On-site gym & parking at Chester HQ (near train station)
Employee savings scheme & long service awards
Proudly one of only 1,000 B Corp-certified companies in the UK
About the Junior Systems Administrator Role:
As part of our IT Operations team, you’ll play a key role in keeping our systems running smoothly and supporting colleagues across the business. You’ll:
Provide 1st-line and basic 2nd-line technical support
Set up laptops, monitors, mobile phones, printers, and video conferencing equipment
Handle account setups and password resets in Microsoft 365 and Azure AD
Monitor alerts, escalate issues, and maintain device compliance (Intune, BitLocker)
Support basic network tasks (IP config, DNS, cable patching)
Assist with office changes and infrastructure projects
Document support issues and help improve self-service resources
What We’re Looking For:
We’re all about personality and potential. If you’re service-minded, curious, and keen to learn, we want to hear from you!
To set you up for success, we’re looking for:
Some prior IT experience (internship, 1st line support, or IT qualification)
Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn
Knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure AD, and Windows 10/11
Basic networking understanding (IP, DNS, Wi-Fi)
Interest in IT infrastructure and cloud technologies
Nice to have:
Familiarity with Intune, BitLocker, and device management tools
Exposure to Azure VMs, AWS basics, and monitoring tools
Understanding of Agile principles and documentation best practices
About You:
Curious, ambitious, and eager to learn
Reliable and detail-oriented, even with basic tasks
Comfortable asking for help and escalating when needed
Treats support as a service, not just a job
Why Forge Holiday Group?
Forge Holiday Group brings together three leading holiday brands - Sykes Holiday Cottages, Forest Holidays, and Bachcare (NZ), united by one mission: creating brilliant holiday experiences through technology, service, and innovation.
With 1,700 colleagues and four values at our core - One Business One Team, Keep It Simple, Grow & Learn, Sustainable Impact - we’re shaping the future of holidays while making a positive impact for our owners, guests, and communities.
Reasonable Adjustments: We’re committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage you to bring your authentic self. Need adjustments for recruitment? Just ask.
Ready to start your journey with us and build the future of tech? Apply now and grow your career at Forge Holiday Group.
Salary: Up to £27,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Working Policy: Office-based at our Chester HQ
Team: Technology – IT Operations
Reports To: IT Helpdesk Manager
Are you passionate about IT and eager to kickstart your career in systems administration? Whether you’re fresh from an IT qualification or looking to take your first step into infrastructure support, this is your chance to join a leading force in the holiday industry!
We’re on the lookout for a Junior Systems Administrator to join our award-winning Technology Team at Forge Holiday Group. If you’re ready to learn, support, and grow alongside experienced professionals, this is the opportunity for you!
Why You’ll Love It Here:
At Forge, we believe in more than just a job, we offer a springboard into a dynamic tech career, where you’ll be supported by a vibrant, inclusive culture, hands-on experience, and access to cutting-edge tools. You’ll work with Microsoft 365, Azure AD, and modern device management platforms, while learning best-in-class infrastructure practices. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make an impact.
This isn’t just another entry-level role, it’s the start of something big.
What’s In It For You:
Annual Bonus Scheme
️ 33 days’ holiday (incl. bank hols) + extra for long service
Your birthday off
2 paid volunteering days
Enhanced parental leave (24 weeks maternity, 3 weeks paternity at full pay)
Discounts on stays with our brands + wellbeing perks
️ On-site gym & parking at Chester HQ (near train station)
Employee savings scheme & long service awards
Proudly one of only 1,000 B Corp-certified companies in the UK
About the Junior Systems Administrator Role:
As part of our IT Operations team, you’ll play a key role in keeping our systems running smoothly and supporting colleagues across the business. You’ll:
Provide 1st-line and basic 2nd-line technical support
Set up laptops, monitors, mobile phones, printers, and video conferencing equipment
Handle account setups and password resets in Microsoft 365 and Azure AD
Monitor alerts, escalate issues, and maintain device compliance (Intune, BitLocker)
Support basic network tasks (IP config, DNS, cable patching)
Assist with office changes and infrastructure projects
Document support issues and help improve self-service resources
What We’re Looking For:
We’re all about personality and potential. If you’re service-minded, curious, and keen to learn, we want to hear from you!
To set you up for success, we’re looking for:
Some prior IT experience (internship, 1st line support, or IT qualification)
Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn
Knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure AD, and Windows 10/11
Basic networking understanding (IP, DNS, Wi-Fi)
Interest in IT infrastructure and cloud technologies
Nice to have:
Familiarity with Intune, BitLocker, and device management tools
Exposure to Azure VMs, AWS basics, and monitoring tools
Understanding of Agile principles and documentation best practices
About You:
Curious, ambitious, and eager to learn
Reliable and detail-oriented, even with basic tasks
Comfortable asking for help and escalating when needed
Treats support as a service, not just a job
Why Forge Holiday Group?
Forge Holiday Group brings together three leading holiday brands - Sykes Holiday Cottages, Forest Holidays, and Bachcare (NZ), united by one mission: creating brilliant holiday experiences through technology, service, and innovation.
With 1,700 colleagues and four values at our core - One Business One Team, Keep It Simple, Grow & Learn, Sustainable Impact - we’re shaping the future of holidays while making a positive impact for our owners, guests, and communities.
Reasonable Adjustments: We’re committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage you to bring your authentic self. Need adjustments for recruitment? Just ask.
Ready to start your journey with us and build the future of tech? Apply now and grow your career at Forge Holiday Group.