From the Mariana Trench, the deepest point on earth, to surging shorelines and anywhere in-between, we make the impossible possible through our continuous passion for innovation.

Our people design, engineer and manufacture technologies that are enabling our customers to discover, navigate, measure, detect and communicate in the toughest environment on earth: Our oceans. We’ve been actively developing the technology to make the oceans accessible for over 50 years and we’re only just getting started… At Sonardyne, we value different ways of thinking. Whether you think in code, patterns, systems, or steps, your unique perspective is important to us.

Sonardyne’s global IT department is responsible for delivering resilient, secure and high-performance systems to colleagues worldwide. We are now seeking an experienced ERP Systems Specialist to take a lead role in the administration, development and optimisation of our SYSPRO ERP environment and associated applications.

This is a key technical position, ideal for someone who thrives on problem-solving, system enhancement and working closely with business stakeholders to support continuous improvement across the organisation.

About the Role

If successful as our ERP Systems Specialist, you will:

• Lead the day-to-day administration of the SYSPRO ERP system and related application/database infrastructure.

• Manage system performance, apply patches, configure roles and ensure data security.

• Troubleshoot both routine and complex issues, working with colleagues and escalating to vendors where appropriate.

• Maintain strong relationships with SYSPRO vendors to ensure optimal support, coverage and proactive development of new functionality.

• Deliver system changes and enhancements to support evolving business processes and efficiency initiatives.

• Act as the technical lead on ERP-related projects, including system upgrades, integrations, testing and process improvement initiatives.

• Develop and maintain documentation for SYSPRO and wider ERP systems.

• Manage SYSPRO configuration, database tables, debugging and module testing.

• Create and support reports, integrations, spreadsheets and external data connections to meet business reporting needs.

• Identify, design and implement additional functions that extend SYSPRO capability.

• Develop and maintain Dataswitch integrations with other systems.

• Work with stakeholders to analyse business process changes and recommend the most appropriate ERP solutions.

• You will also provide indirect guidance to development, infrastructure and support teams involved in ERP applications.

Ideally we would like:

• Expert technical knowledge of ERP systems.

• Strong Microsoft SQL Server administration skills.

• Proficiency in SQL queries, stored procedures and schema understanding.

• Experience with database reporting tools.

• Advanced Excel use, including functions, macros and data connections.

• Strong VBScript/VBA skills.

• Dataswitch development and administration experience.

• Experience supporting large-scale business process change projects.

• Working knowledge of C#, ASP.NET Framework/.NET Core.

• Minimum A-level education including ICT/Business Studies with equivalent commercial experience.

• MCSA SQL Server or equivalent experience.

It would be a bonus if you had :

• Experience managing teams or supervising others.

• Understanding of database best practices and standard concepts.

• Supplier and third-party contract management experience.

• Competence with Office 365 and Power BI.

• JavaScript exposure.

• Expert technical knowledge of SYSPRO 8.

• Crystal Reports experience.

• Experience writing business requirements documentation.

• Business process analysis background.

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Mathematics, or related discipline;
• Additional technical certifications relevant to ERP, database management or development.

Why Join Sonardyne?

You’ll become part of a global organisation that values innovation, teamwork, technical excellence and continuous improvement. You’ll travel to regional offices, suppliers and industry events to engage with key stakeholders and stay informed on best practices and emerging technologies.

If you’re a proactive, detail-oriented ERP specialist with a passion for delivering robust technical solutions, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to join our world-class IT team.