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Join Our Team as a Network Support Engineer!

Are you ready to take your network support skills to the next level? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise is valued? If you're a tech-savvy professional looking for an exciting opportunity, we have just the role for you!

Position: Network Support Engineer
Location: Chester Business Park, Chester
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 months)
Working Pattern: Full Time
Daily Rate: From 550 to 600

What We Offer:

A vibrant work atmosphere where collaboration is key!
A competitive daily rate that reflects your talent and experience.
A chance to work with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Network Support Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our network infrastructure. Your main duties will include:

Providing expert support and troubleshooting for network issues.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance network performance.
Monitoring network systems to ensure reliability and security.
Implementing network upgrades and maintenance activities.
Documenting processes and technical solutions for future reference.

What We're Looking For:

Proven experience in network support or a similar role.
Strong knowledge of networking protocols and technologies.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network+) are a plus!

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

We believe that a great workplace is built on passion, innovation, and teamwork! Here's what makes us special:

Supportive Environment: Your ideas and input will be heard and valued.
Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of balancing work and personal life.
Professional Development: Opportunities for training and certifications to help you grow in your career.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're excited about the prospect of becoming a key player in our network support team, we want to hear from you! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity-apply today!

How to Apply:
Send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and motivation for this role to (email address). Be sure to include the job reference in your application.

Join us in shaping the future of our network support services!

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We can't wait to welcome you to our team!

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Are you an experienced Network Engineer with a passion for cutting-edge Cisco technologies?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking, UK-leading organisation?

This is an opportunity for a Network Infrastructure Engineer to join a dynamic team of three talented engineers. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your expertise will directly contribute to the performance and security of the network estate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Upgrade and install WAN and LAN across multiple sites
• Strong knowledge of CISCO
• HP Aruba
• Monitoring tools

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum 3 years of Cisco networking experience
• Cisco certification - CCNA
• Full UK driving licence
• Knowledge of Microsoft windows server administration.
• Comfortable working hybrid from Newcastle (3 days/week)

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary up to 46,000.
• Generous holiday allowance
• Outstanding career development and training opportunities
• Work with a collaborative, expert team in a supportive environment
• Be part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and impact

Sound Interesting? Please get in touch today and become a key player in shaping the future of the infrastructure.

Field-based Network Engineer role supporting schools across the South East – hands-on position with travel, up to £35K salary, and mileage reimbursement.

Network Engineer

Location:  South East – Office & On-site

Salary : Up to £35,000 per annum + mileage reimbursement

A dynamic IT services provider supporting educational institutions across Kent and the South East. They specialise in network cabling, wireless systems, SIMS/MIS support, filtered broadband, and proactive IT solutions tailored for schools.

This full-time, permanent role is hands-on and field-based, involving travel to client sites across the South East. You’ll be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust network systems that support the critical operations of schools and academies.

Benefits include:

• Mileage reimbursed
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive team environment

Responsibilities :

• Design and implement LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi systems
• Conduct site visits for installation, troubleshooting, and upgrades
• Collaborate with internal teams and school IT staff
• Maintain documentation of network configurations
• Ensure safeguarding and data protection compliance
• Provide occasional support for the broader IT infrastructure

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience in network system design and implementation
• Confident in high-level technical discussions
• Full UK driving licence and own vehicle
• Enhanced DBS within the last three years
• Strong grasp of networking protocols, hardware, and diagnostics
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Desirable :

• Experience in the education sector
• Certifications such as CCNA or equivalent

Apply now!

Our successful and growing client, based in Sheffield, is seeking to recruit a talented Network Engineer to play a pivotal role in managing and enhancing their global IT infrastructure. The successful candidate will focus on optimising network performance, driving standardisation across sites, and implementing advanced security measures.

• Provide second and third-line support for network-related issues, ensuring swift resolution and conducting thorough root-cause analysis.
• Assist in designing, configuring, and managing a Cisco-focused network environment, alongside cloud infrastructure such as Azure and AWS.
• Implement and maintain security and SD-WAN solutions using Fortinet technologies to improve both security and efficiency.
• Deploy and manage cloud security tools, enhancing internet protection and threat detection.
• Monitor network and cloud systems to identify performance improvements, delivering detailed reports with actionable insights.
• Document network configurations, updates, and incidents to maintain compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Stay informed on the latest networking and cloud technologies developments, collaborating across IT teams to drive infrastructure projects.
• Occasional travel to other offices to support onsite tasks such as equipment setup and configuration.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage and resolve complex networking challenges.
• Proven experience in a similar role, supporting and optimising network systems.
• Cisco Certification (minimum CCNA) with practical expertise in Cisco technologies.
• Hands-on experience with Fortinet security solutions and SD-WAN configuration.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• A valid UK driving licence.

• Knowledge of cloud platforms, including Azure and AWS.
• Familiarity with tools such as Zscaler, Cisco Meraki, and network monitoring software.
• Additional qualifications, such as ITIL or similar certifications.

Network Engineer
London (City Thameslink) | £78,500 + Benefits | Hybrid (3 days office) 

The Opportunity
Join a leading professional services firm. You'll play a key role in maintaining and evolving a modern enterprise network, working with cutting-edge Cisco, Palo Alto, and Fortinet technologies. This is a high-visibility role in a collaborative IT team with real scope to influence future projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement & manage LAN/WAN infrastructure (Cisco Catalyst, Nexus).
• Configure & maintain Palo Alto Prisma Access, FortiGate firewalls & SD-WAN.
• Lead on Cisco ISE authentication & Cisco Wireless LAN solutions.
• Support Azure networking, routing (BGP, OSPF) & Layer 2/3 fundamentals.
• Troubleshoot, optimise & secure complex enterprise networks.
• Partner with IT/security teams to strengthen resilience & compliance.

In order to be successful for this role you will need to be able to demonstrate the following experience:

• Strong background working as a Network Engineer within large scale environments
• Proven experience with Cisco ISE
• Strong understanding of Cisco wireless solutions
• Good knowledge of Azure
• Previous experience supporting and troubleshooting Fortinet products (E.g – FortiGate)

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £78,500
• Hybrid working (3 days in office)
• Private medical, pension & annual leave package
• Hands-on exposure to Cisco ISE, wireless, firewalls & Azure cloud stack
• Opportunity to shape future infrastructure in a forward-thinking team.

Apply now to join a progressive IT function driving real transformation.

Network Engineer – Slough - £38k + excellent benefits

Our client is a well-established school based in Slough; due to continued growth and expansion they are looking to recruit a Network Engineer

Key tasks and Responsibilities:

• Under the guidance of the Network Manager: Provide specialist ICT support that ensures the school/centre establishes and maintains high quality learning facilities.
• Become the “second in command” to the Network Manager, and if working for a Trust Network Manager, potentially lead that satellite site – so the ability to work independently is a must.
• Maintenance of specialist equipment, check for quality/safety, undertake specialist repairs/modifications within own capabilities, and arrange for other repairs/modifications to be carried out by others.
• Demonstrate and assist in the safe and effective use of specialist equipment/materials.
• Provide specialist advice and guidance as required to School/Centre.
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) technical information at an appropriate level, and in a suitable style, having assessed the audience.
• Implement agreed work programmes/practices under the guidance of Senior Staff.
• Monitor and manage stock within an agreed budget, cataloguing resources and undertaking audits as required.
• Disk space checks
• Backup checks
• Event log checks
• Cluster Shared Volume/Shared Storage for Hypervisors
• SNMP Traps

Technical Expertise:

• Monitor onsite helpdesk, ensuring ticket resolution quality and quantity is within SLA
• Resolve tickets at all levels (first through to third line)
• Set up and maintain complex physical and virtual Windows server environments
• Configure and troubleshoot basic network and switch management
• Install hardware and software applications as required
• Configure and troubleshoot Mobile Device Management in Apple environments
• Perform maintenance tasks for user accounts
• Develop and engage with network and service monitoring reports and utilities

Keywords – assistant network manager, network engineer, Networks, network manager, networking, switches, network infrastructure, routers, firewalls, firewall, malware, Active Directory, Azure AD, Microsoft 365, cloud platform, cloud, servers, IT Support, Network support, IT, Microsoft, Cisco, Aruba, SNMP, 3rd line support, Apple, Slough

The company

Major IT & Digital are delighted to be working with one of UK’s leading IT and telecom business operating across a well-established UK client base.

With over 25 years industry experience achieving a UK turnover in excess of £15m with continued growth plans for 2025/26.

The role

Reporting directly to the Head of Operations you will provide network and security knowledge including extensive service to my clients current and future customers.

The person

• At least 5 years commercial experience in a similar networking environment including builds and configurations knowledge with client delivery exposure
• Ability to troubleshoot routing and switching protocols including WAN & LAN technologies
• Responsible for maintaining and extending the network infrastructure
• Good technical understanding of multiple network vendor CLI languages
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, R&S, firewalls and security issues
• Experience of installing, configuring, and maintaining routers and switches within a production environment
• Experience of WAN circuits and solutions - MPLS and VPN’s
• Knowledge of PBX, IP and VOIP systems (desirable)
• CCNA certification, preferred not essential

**UK driving licence is essential for this role and also willing to undertake SC clearance**

The benefits

Company Car

On-call allowance 

Annual bonus 

Private medical

22 days plus 8 public holidays

Progression route to technical lead

Industry certifications