287 Infrastructure Automation jobs in the United Kingdom

We're looking for an experienced Infrastructure Automation Engineer to join a fast-growing SME to support an ongoing project.

Day rate: £525 per day Outside IR35
Location: Farnborough (3 to 4 days per week on-site)
Clearance: Must hold or be eligible for SC; DV clearance will be required

You will be working within a cross-functional team to support and enhance a secure cloud platform, focusing on auto.

The Infrastructure Automation Developer will play a pivotal role in building full-stack applications that automate infrastructure platforms, built on solutions primarily within Microsoft Azure. This includes developing both backend services (e.g., APIs, functions, integrations, configurations) and frontend interfaces (e.g., lightweight portals or dashboards) to support internal teams and external customers. 

This is a hands-on development role best suited for someone comfortable navigating cloud platforms, writing Python code, and working collaboratively across teams to shape infrastructure automation solutions. 

Principal Responsibilities & Duties

• Full-Stack Development : Design, build, and maintain full-stack automation applications using Python, Flask, JavaScript, and HTML/CSS.
• Azure Solutions : Develop backend services using Azure technologies including Functions, App Services, Automation Accounts, Azure SQL, Key Vault, and Storage Accounts.
• User Interfaces : Build user-facing interfaces such as portals or dashboards to present data and manage automation workflows.
• CI/CD & Observability : Contribute to CI/CD workflows, including code integration, testing, deployment, and monitoring/logging.
• Code Quality : Participate in peer reviews and maintain Git version control practices using version control systems (VCS).
• Lifecycle Governance : Ensure all development adheres to the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and internal change management processes.
• Standards & Documentation : Maintain up-to-date technical documentation and ensure compliance with internal frameworks and security standards.
• Cross-Team Collaboration : Work closely with technical SMEs to deliver integrated code solutions that automate underlying platforms.
• Technical Scoping : Collaborate with customers, internal teams, and stakeholders to scope requirements, plan automation outcomes, and conduct testing to ensure delivery readiness.
• Customer Engagement : Travel occasionally to customer sites for solution scoping, support, or workshops related to automation projects (infrequent).
• Operational Readiness : Be prepared for future on-call responsibilities as needed; typically determined by project demands.

Requirements

• Python Development : Strong Python skills, ideally with experience in Flask or similar frameworks for backend and API development.
• Azure Expertise : Demonstrable experience with at least three of the following Azure services: App Services, Functions, SQL, Automation Accounts, Logic Apps, API Management, Key Vault, or Storage Accounts.
• Frontend Capability : Proficient in building user interfaces using JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• API Integration : Skilled in working with platform/external RESTful APIs and adopting an API-first development approach.
• Version Control : Confident using Git for source control and familiar with branching strategies and workflow practices.
• CI/CD Exposure : Experience using Bitbucket Pipelines, GitHub Actions, or similar tools to support automated deployments and testing.
• Analytical Mindset : Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with a focus on scalable and maintainable outcomes.
• Delivery Focused : Demonstrated ability to contribute to structured project outcomes in a professional software development environment.
• Collaboration : Effective communication and teamwork, comfortable engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Infrastructure as Code : Experience with IaC tools such as Terraform or Bicep for provisioning and managing infrastructure.
• Identity & Access : Understanding of identity platforms such as Entra ID (formerly Active Directory) and related access control concepts.
• Platform Exposure : Experience with Cisco Meraki and Cloudflare.
• Networking : Knowledge of networking concepts (SD-WAN, LAN, Wi-Fi, TCP/IP).
• Tooling Familiarity : Experience using Atlassian products like Jira, Bitbucket, and Confluence for issue tracking, collaboration, and source control.
• Automation Mindset : Familiarity with automation strategies within enterprise or hybrid cloud environments.

This is a hybrid role based at our Shoreham-by-Sea office. We expect team members to be present 2–3 days per week in the office, particularly during onboarding and the early months of the role.

• Highly Collaborative : Demonstrates a strong team ethic and works well with others.
• Methodical and Quality-Focused : Pays close attention to detail in both development and testing.
• Self-Directed : Comfortable working independently while adhering to team-wide standards.
• Growth-Oriented : Open to feedback, personal development, and opportunities to influence the future of infrastructure automation within the business.

Benefits

Why Join Focus Group? 

At Focus Group, we're all about creating an environment where our security professionals can thrive and make a genuine impact on client organizations. Joining us means being part of a supportive, inclusive culture where we celebrate achievements, big and small. We value every individual's contribution and believe that together, we can help our clients build truly resilient security programs. 

If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that allows you to shape security strategy at the highest levels, we'd love to hear from you. Let's build something special together. 

Benefits: 

At Focus Group, you can be proud of what you do, how you do it and feel a true part of the team. We work hard to create an inclusive, collaborative, and rewarding environment where you are inspired to achieve brilliant things and make a real difference to the future of our business. 

We're proud to have built an outstanding place to work where people thrive and are recognised for their achievements. We're delighted to have been named one of the UK's Best 100 Companies to Work for 2021 and a British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (BVCA) 2023 Vision Award Winner for London and the South East, recognising our commitment to culture and ESG. 

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• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to system operations and work safety.

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• Oversee scope development, work request initiation, scheduling, and inspection of work performed by outside contractors, which includes proprietary work, licensed installations, upgrades, and maintenance and inspection of specialised systems.

• Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning assistance as needed.

• Review assigned work orders. Estimate time, and resources, and order necessary materials to complete all repairs.

• Perform assigned repairs and emergency and preventive maintenance. Complete maintenance and repair records as required.

• Complete all required and assigned training at a satisfactory level.

• Participate in all related programs & activities as required. This includes incident investigations, interviews, auditing, and assessment.

• Report any conditions which you feel could result in an accident or injury and stop work if required.

• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.

• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.

• Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams.

• Work within broad guidelines and policies.

• Explain difficult or sensitive information.

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• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.

• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.

• Have good Knowledge of industry standard SSOW's

• Have experience working within critical environments, preferably Data centres

• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive

System Engineer Automation (DCS & Safety)

Runcorn

26550/534

£51,000 plus car allowance, medical insurance and more.

What is on offer?

• A starting salary of up to £5,000
• Car allowance - minimum of 15 per month.
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance and healthcare scheme
• Pension with company contribution up to 12.5%
• Flexible working hours
• Remote working

A global market leader who supply advanced technologies in measurement and control to a broad range of industries are currently looking to recruit for a Systems Engineer Automation . As part of a large group, the business is undergoing a substantial period of growth and investment. This is an excellent time to join a thriving business who can offer genuine long-term career development as they continue to expand.

Role & Responsibilities:

As a Systems Engineer (DCS & Safety) your remit will include project initiation system design; SIL (Safety Integrity Level) classification, project planning; detailed design; safety lifecycle, configuration; provide technical specification to procurement and supervision of suppliers; internal testing; executing or leading the Factory Acceptance Test, transition to site, site installation, commissioning and Site Acceptance Test

Your responsibilities as a System Engineer (DCS & Safety):

• DCS software configuration generated from client's design documentation such as user requirement specifications or control philosophies
• Alarm rationalisation and understanding of EEMUA 191
• Continuous Process control and Batch process software programming
• Functional Safety SIL classifications and SIF calculations
• Supervise or implement the detailed design, by producing function block programming (using engineering software tools), implement the Safety system SIFs for the logic solver. This includes all shutdown logic as per the cause and effects; hardware interface and graphic screen interface
• Modify existing safety systems and impact analysis

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Experience in a similar role within the oil & gas / petrochemical / Industrial Automation environment
• Minimum HNC qualification in an engineering or process related subject
• Ideally hold a TUV Functional Safety Certificate or have demonstrable knowledge of
• Have practical knowledge of Management Systems such as ISO9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 and ISO45001

To apply please email your CV / resume to

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

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Automation Engineer

Salary: 40,000 to 50,000 + Personal van, fuel card, pension, overtime

Location: Ashford , some work on clients' sites in the area

Are you an Automation Engineer looking for a role where you will have autonomy? And the chance to develop in a growing company?

Here is a role in a small company where you will have the chance to develop your skill set and then play a key part in the decision-making process on new and exciting projects.

You will be designing, developing and maintaining automated gate systems with aspects of robotics and also programming and configuring automated equipment while working in a cross-functional team to make sure you provide the best service to the customer.

If you are looking for a long-term opportunity to grow in your career, apply and if you have any questions, reach out to Dairis with the reference 4529.

What you will be doing:

• Configure and program automation equipment
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems

Requirements/experience:

• Be able to program Automation Equipment
• Experience with either automation or robotics
• GateSafe or DHF would be desirable

If this sounds interesting, apply and reach out to Dairis at elix with the information below:

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