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Andre Taylor

Sherwood

Summary

Self-disciplined, detail-oriented IT professional with extensive experience in IT systems administration, technical support, and customer service across various sectors. Adept at managing and optimising Windows environments, Active Directory, Office 365, and Azure services. Reliable in meeting tight deadlines while supporting end-users locally and remotely, with a proven track record in maintaining high service standards. Eager to contribute technical expertise and proactive problem-solving to a growing organisation.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

UK IT Systems Administrator

Carlisle Construction Materials Ltd
Mansfield
2023.06 - 2025.08
  • Sole UK-based IT support, managing 50+ users across two sites and remote based, plus support for Netherlands, Germany, and Romania offices.
  • Responsible for hardware, network & security, printers, Office 365 administration, and business applications.
  • Provide 1st and 2nd line support via ServiceNow, phone, and email.
  • Manage user accounts, access policies, and hardware/software procurement.
  • Use system monitoring tools collaboratively with the EU IT team.
  • Managed projects such as:

- hardware refresh: Planned and delivered the replacement of 40+ end-user devices, ensuring minimal business disruption;

- Mobile Provider Switch: Managed the migration to a new mobile phone provider, including SIM/device rollout and user support

- Printer Replacement: Sourced and implemented a new production printer via a third-party supplier to align with operational needs

- Broadband Provider Switch: Managing the transition to a new broadband provider for a new UK site, including supplier evaluations and stakeholder communication.

- CCTV System Implementation: Managing procurement and planning of a new CCTV system with local suppliers, ensuring compliance with company security standards.

  • Site Consolidation Support: Supporting the consolidation of four UK sites into one, providing IT infrastructure planning and on-site support.

Service Desk Engineer

Littlefish
Nottingham
2022.04 - 2023.06
  • Provided 1st/2nd line support to PIB Group across 40+ UK locations.
  • Resolved password resets, printing issues, hardware/software updates, and O365 issues.
  • Maintained high SLA and customer satisfaction while updating knowledge bases.

First Line Support Officer

Schools IT, Nottingham City Council
Nottingham
2019.09 - 2022.03
  • Supported multiple schools with on-prem and Office 365 environments.
  • Delivered remote support using SCCM and executed Win10 upgrades to mitigate security vulnerabilities.
  • Assisted with hardware procurement and infrastructure monitoring using WhatsUp Gold.
  • Exposure to PowerShell for executing scripts.

IT Support Analyst

Mitrefinch Ltd
Nottingham
2018.08 - 2019.09
  • Provided IT support to staff across Nottingham, York, and remote users.
  • Managed Azure cloud infrastructure and RDP environments, monitoring VMs and performing proactive maintenance.
  • Conducted laptop builds, user setups, AD/Azure AD administration, and participated in CRM migration projects.
  • Generated Power BI reports for senior management on service desk performance.

Service Desk Tier 1 Analyst

Microlise Ltd
Nottingham
2013.11 - 2018.08
  • Delivered first-line support for vehicle tracking systems and data investigations.
  • Supported enterprise clients (JCB, MAN, Asda, Kellogg's) within ITIL frameworks.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Motor Vehicle Studies

People's College
Nottingham
2002.09 - 2004.06

GCSEs - 7 A-C incl. English, Science, French, Media

Elliott Durham School
Nottingham

Skills

  • Windows 10/11 and O365 administration
  • Azure (AZ-900)
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Basic networking
  • End-user training

Miscellaneous

Full, clean drivers licence

Written references available upon request.

Timeline

UK IT Systems Administrator

Carlisle Construction Materials Ltd
2023.06 - 2025.08

Service Desk Engineer

Littlefish
2022.04 - 2023.06

First Line Support Officer

Schools IT, Nottingham City Council
2019.09 - 2022.03

IT Support Analyst

Mitrefinch Ltd
2018.08 - 2019.09

Service Desk Tier 1 Analyst

Microlise Ltd
2013.11 - 2018.08

Diploma of Higher Education - Motor Vehicle Studies

People's College
2002.09 - 2004.06

GCSEs - 7 A-C incl. English, Science, French, Media

Elliott Durham School
Andre Taylor