IT Systems Administrator at Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company in Sandiacre, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

infrastructure design

backup management

active directory

technical support

server procurement

system maintenance

Work independently to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
Plan, design, deploy, and upgrade infrastructure systems and services.
Ensure successful backups and monitor backup processes.
Monitor and manage Active Directory services.
Resolve technical issues, including testing, implementing workarounds, and recommending equipment.
Update tickets accurately and promptly in the company tracking system.
Provide technical support both remotely and on-site.
Maintain and support local, global, and cloud-based applications and services.
Develop, publish, and enforce IT standards, policies, and procedures.
Deliver emergency on-call support when required.
Prioritise and escalate business-critical issues to the appropriate global technical teams.
Maintain accurate inventory of hardware and software resources.
Procure, configure, and install new servers and related hardware.
Manage warranty claims and exchanges for hardware.
Perform ongoing maintenance, system checks, and security configurations for existing systems.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot Microsoft operating systems and environments.

Requirements

incident management

windows desktop

networking

vmware vcenter

windows server

sox compliance

Experience with Incident, Request, and Change control processes
Strong knowledge of Windows desktop OS
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
Basic networking knowledge (VLAN, DHCP, DNS, UDP/TCP, ports)
Customer service and interaction experience
Proven organisational and communication skills
Familiarity with SOX compliance (training provided)
Ability to develop and improve system monitoring and notification processes
Willingness to perform patching and system maintenance outside normal hours
Effective communication skills for escalating issues to global technical teams.
Hands-on experience with VMware vCenter Management (7.0 or later)
Windows Server administration (2012–2022)
Travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Benefits

Company funded external qualifications (where relevant to the role)
Various employee recognition schemes
Company pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
Tailored training to help you learn and progress
Company bonus
33 days holiday per annum, pro rate (inclusive of bank/public holidays)
Life assurance cover 3.5 x salary
Employee Assistance Programme

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Operates as a pioneer in rail transport, offering comprehensive solutions across the rail industry.
Provides cutting-edge locomotive, railcar, and track services to railroads and industries globally.
Designs and manufactures advanced locomotives, signaling systems, and specialized rail components.
Key projects encompass freight and passenger systems, including custom-engineered solutions and maintenance.
Recognized for combining robust technology with extensive rail network experience.
Expands its global reach through Caterpillar's resources to create innovative rail solutions.
Maintains strong positions in both freight and passenger rail markets, emphasizing reliability and efficiency.
Ensures high standards of quality and safety in all operations, focusing on continuous improvement.

Culture + Values

75% Recycled Inputs

Recycled Material Usage

This company uses 75% of its inputs for new rail products from recycled material.

10+ Years Extended Life

Locomotive Life Extension

The company extends the life of locomotives through modernization, rebuilding, overhauling, and repowering.

Sustainability is part of who we are and what we do every single day.
Reconditioning or repairing freight cars and components to optimize asset lifecycle.
End‑of‑life locomotives and railcars are recycled through comprehensive scrap management.
SkyTrim OEM remanufacturing program reduces the need for new products through reuse.

Environment + Sustainability

30% Emission Cut

GHG Reduction Target

Commitment to reduce Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 30% from 2018 to 2030.

50% Landfill Reduction

Waste Management Goal

Aim to reduce landfill intensity by 50% from 2018 to 2030.

75% GHG Savings

Rail Freight Efficiency

Rail freight operations use up to 75% less GHG per ton compared to truck transport.

82% CO₂ Reduction

Manufacturing Efficiency

Progress Rail rebuilds have reduced CO₂ emissions from manufacturing by 82%.

All new products through 2030 will be more sustainable than previous generation
Testing high-level renewable fuel blends (up to 100% bio-based diesel) with CN partnership
Developing and deploying battery-electric and hybrid locomotives (including zero-exhaust battery switcher, mainline hybrid and EMD Joule)
Contracts to supply zero-exhaust battery locos to Pacific Harbor Line, BNSF and Aurizon
Net-zero target aligned with Caterpillar: double-checked parent’s net-zero ambition (Cat targets net-zero operations by…)

Inclusion & Diversity

23%

Global workforce gender split

Approximately 23% of the global workforce is women, reflecting the current gender distribution across operations.

2030

Women in salaried roles target

Aim to increase representation of women in salaried roles by 2030, aligning with broader diversity goals.

Shares global DEI strategy with no site-specific breakdown.
No gender statistics publicly disclosed at the Progress Rail level.

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Products & Services

Role

Description

infrastructure design

backup management

active directory

technical support

server procurement

system maintenance

Work independently to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
Plan, design, deploy, and upgrade infrastructure systems and services.
Ensure successful backups and monitor backup processes.
Monitor and manage Active Directory services.
Resolve technical issues, including testing, implementing workarounds, and recommending equipment.
Update tickets accurately and promptly in the company tracking system.
Provide technical support both remotely and on-site.
Maintain and support local, global, and cloud-based applications and services.
Develop, publish, and enforce IT standards, policies, and procedures.
Deliver emergency on-call support when required.
Prioritise and escalate business-critical issues to the appropriate global technical teams.
Maintain accurate inventory of hardware and software resources.
Procure, configure, and install new servers and related hardware.
Manage warranty claims and exchanges for hardware.
Perform ongoing maintenance, system checks, and security configurations for existing systems.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot Microsoft operating systems and environments.

Requirements

incident management

windows desktop

networking

vmware vcenter

windows server

sox compliance

Experience with Incident, Request, and Change control processes
Strong knowledge of Windows desktop OS
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
Basic networking knowledge (VLAN, DHCP, DNS, UDP/TCP, ports)
Customer service and interaction experience
Proven organisational and communication skills
Familiarity with SOX compliance (training provided)
Ability to develop and improve system monitoring and notification processes
Willingness to perform patching and system maintenance outside normal hours
Effective communication skills for escalating issues to global technical teams.
Hands-on experience with VMware vCenter Management (7.0 or later)
Windows Server administration (2012–2022)
Travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Benefits

Company funded external qualifications (where relevant to the role)
Various employee recognition schemes
Company pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
Tailored training to help you learn and progress
Company bonus
33 days holiday per annum, pro rate (inclusive of bank/public holidays)
Life assurance cover 3.5 x salary
Employee Assistance Programme

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Operates as a pioneer in rail transport, offering comprehensive solutions across the rail industry.
Provides cutting-edge locomotive, railcar, and track services to railroads and industries globally.
Designs and manufactures advanced locomotives, signaling systems, and specialized rail components.
Key projects encompass freight and passenger systems, including custom-engineered solutions and maintenance.
Recognized for combining robust technology with extensive rail network experience.
Expands its global reach through Caterpillar's resources to create innovative rail solutions.
Maintains strong positions in both freight and passenger rail markets, emphasizing reliability and efficiency.
Ensures high standards of quality and safety in all operations, focusing on continuous improvement.

Culture + Values

75% Recycled Inputs

Recycled Material Usage

This company uses 75% of its inputs for new rail products from recycled material.

10+ Years Extended Life

Locomotive Life Extension

The company extends the life of locomotives through modernization, rebuilding, overhauling, and repowering.

Sustainability is part of who we are and what we do every single day.
Reconditioning or repairing freight cars and components to optimize asset lifecycle.
End‑of‑life locomotives and railcars are recycled through comprehensive scrap management.
SkyTrim OEM remanufacturing program reduces the need for new products through reuse.

Environment + Sustainability

30% Emission Cut

GHG Reduction Target

Commitment to reduce Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 30% from 2018 to 2030.

50% Landfill Reduction

Waste Management Goal

Aim to reduce landfill intensity by 50% from 2018 to 2030.

75% GHG Savings

Rail Freight Efficiency

Rail freight operations use up to 75% less GHG per ton compared to truck transport.

82% CO₂ Reduction

Manufacturing Efficiency

Progress Rail rebuilds have reduced CO₂ emissions from manufacturing by 82%.

All new products through 2030 will be more sustainable than previous generation
Testing high-level renewable fuel blends (up to 100% bio-based diesel) with CN partnership
Developing and deploying battery-electric and hybrid locomotives (including zero-exhaust battery switcher, mainline hybrid and EMD Joule)
Contracts to supply zero-exhaust battery locos to Pacific Harbor Line, BNSF and Aurizon
Net-zero target aligned with Caterpillar: double-checked parent’s net-zero ambition (Cat targets net-zero operations by…)

Inclusion & Diversity

23%

Global workforce gender split

Approximately 23% of the global workforce is women, reflecting the current gender distribution across operations.

2030

Women in salaried roles target

Aim to increase representation of women in salaried roles by 2030, aligning with broader diversity goals.

Shares global DEI strategy with no site-specific breakdown.
No gender statistics publicly disclosed at the Progress Rail level.

Articles

Careers

News & Events

Products & Services