What you’ll do
In this role, you will:
* Be the main point of contact for infrastructure incidents and projects in Puurs.
* Manage installation, configuration, and maintenance of servers, networks, storage, firewalls, Wi-Fi, backups, and IT facilities (UPS, racks, cabling, cooling).
* Oversee daily performance monitoring and risk analysis to ensure uptime and stability.
* Design infrastructure solutions aligned with enterprise standards and collaborate closely with Automation/OT teams.
* Work with the Senior System Administrator at our HUB to ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
* Lead infrastructure projects — from network upgrades to data center modernization and hybrid cloud rollouts.
* Keep documentation, DR plans, and compliance (NIS2) up to date.
* Contribute to multi-year roadmaps, budgeting, and modernization initiatives.
* Partner with Cyber Security and business leaders to maintain robust security and compliance.
What you bring
We’re looking for someone who combines technical depth with strategic thinking:
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT Infrastructure, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
* 12+ years in IT infrastructure management.
* Experience in industrial, pharma, or manufacturing environments is a plus.
* Strong skills in Cisco networking, VMware, enterprise storage, virtualization, and backup systems.
* Solid understanding of disaster recovery, high availability, OT infrastructure, and IT facilities.
* Proven experience leading infrastructure projects end-to-end.
* Certifications in Cisco, VMware, or Microsoft Azure are an asset.
* Fluent in Dutch and English (French is a plus).
Why join us
This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on mission-critical IT operations within a company that values technical excellence, reliability, and innovation.
We offer:
* A competitive salary package based on your expertise.
* Opportunities to grow and innovate with the latest infrastructure solutions.
* Involvement in high-impact, strategic projects in Belgium and across Europe.