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Infrastructure Engineer - 3rd Line / VMWare - Hybrid (49339)

Overview

Reference
49339

Salary
£45,000 - £53,000/annum + Bonus

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- North West England -- Lancashire -- Blackburn

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
15 November 2024


3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer - VMware

Blackburn (Commutable from Bolton, Preston, Burnley, Accrington, and surrounding areas)
Up to £53,000

We are recruiting for a 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer to join a leading organisation in Blackburn. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to provide high-level infrastructure support, take ownership of key IT projects, and act as a technical lead for the support team. With a salary of up to £53,000, this role offers great exposure to a range of technologies, including VMware, Microsoft 365, and Azure. The company is a key player in its sector, supporting a wide range of business applications and critical infrastructure.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Provide 3rd Line support for server and application services, ensuring optimal performance across the IT estate.
  • Take the lead on infrastructure improvement projects, including server and network upgrades.
  • Serve as the technical point of contact for the support team, guiding troubleshooting and problem resolution.
  • Develop and maintain procedural documentation, knowledge base articles, and infrastructure documentation.
  • Collaborate with vendors and development teams to resolve complex technical issues and minimise downtime.

What Experience is Required:

  • Strong experience in VMware, Microsoft 365, and Azure environments.
  • Proven expertise in server infrastructure, networking, and backup technologies (Veeam, Synology).
  • Previous experience managing 3rd Line support tickets and liaising with vendors to ensure SLA adherence.

Salary & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary up to £53,000 per annum.
  • 25 days annual leave (including Christmas shutdown).
  • Potential for up to £3,000 annual bonus after one year of service.
  • Additional benefits may include pension scheme and health cover.

Location:

The role is based in Blackburn, easily commutable from areas such as Bolton, Preston, Burnley, Accrington, and other surrounding towns.

How to Apply:

To apply, please send your CV in strict confidence to Giselle Whitton at CV Screen.

Alternate Job Titles:

  • Senior Infrastructure Engineer
  • VMware Infrastructure Engineer
  • 3rd Line Support Engineer
  • Systems Engineer


Giselle Whitton