3,784 Network Technician jobs in the United Kingdom

Your new company
Join a leading UK-based port and logistics organisation that plays a vital role in supporting global trade. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and infrastructure development, this company is investing heavily in its future, aiming to become the UK's top port operator. Operating one of Europe's most complex high-voltage electrical networks, they are committed to delivering excellence across their engineering and operational teams.
Your new role
As an Electrical Network Technician, you will be a key player in the operation, maintenance, and development of a large-scale private high-voltage distribution network. Based at a major UK port, your responsibilities will include ensuring the safe and efficient performance of electrical assets such as substations, switchgear, and critical infrastructure, including bridges and waterways.You will carry out planned maintenance, respond to faults, and support improvement projects to ensure minimal disruption to port operations. A significant part of your role will involve preparing, authorising, and executing both low and high-voltage switching operations in line with safety regulations and operational procedures.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience working with high-voltage electrical systems (up to 33kV or higher).
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution networks and safety protocols.
• Relevant electrical qualifications (e.g. NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent).
• High-voltage authorisation or the ability to obtain it quickly.
• A proactive approach to fault-finding and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to participate in out-of-hours call-outs or standby rotas.

What you'll get in return
In addition to a competitive salary of £43,000, you'll benefit from a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal development, including:

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Increase in salary of 7% once HV Approved on site
• Up to 10% matched contribution pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including car schemes, healthcare plans, gym memberships, and more
• Access to extensive training and development opportunities - over 50,000 hours delivered last year
• A strong commitment to employee wellbeing, including mental health support and an Employee Assistance Programme

What you need to do now
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Anderselite are working with a contractor who are seeking a Water Network Technician / Leakage Inspector on a Permanent basis.

Role: Water Network Technician / Leakage Inspector

Location: Field-Based - Cirencester / Chippenham / Swindon areas

Salary: £28,168 to £32,515 dependent on experience + overtime opportunities

Role Type: Permanent, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday plus telephone stan.

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• Install, configure, and maintain network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues, ensuring optimal uptime and speed.
• Implement and manage network security measures, including VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and access controls.
• Perform regular network maintenance, updates, and patching to ensure system stability and security.
• Respond to and resolve network incidents and service requests in a timely and efficient manner.
• Collaborate with IT teams to design and implement network upgrades and expansions.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
• Conduct regular network audits to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with policies.
• Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and junior IT staff.
• Stay current with emerging network technologies and best practices.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergency network support.
• Assist in the planning and execution of disaster recovery and business continuity initiatives.

• Proven experience as a Network Technician or Network Administrator, with a focus on infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP).
• Hands-on experience with network hardware from major vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, HP).
• Proficiency in network security principles and technologies.
• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG).
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and on-site duties.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• Design, deploy, and manage complex network architectures including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues, latency, and packet loss.
• Implement and maintain network security policies and best practices, including intrusion detection and prevention systems.
• Develop and execute network upgrade and migration plans.
• Provide remote support and guidance to end-users and other IT teams.
• Document network configurations, procedures, and incident reports.
• Stay abreast of emerging network technologies and trends, recommending improvements and innovations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure network infrastructure meets business requirements.
• Perform regular system audits and performance tuning.
• Manage vendor relationships for network hardware and service providers.

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer, Network Administrator, or similar role, with at least 5 years in a senior capacity.
• Expertise in TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, and MPLS.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade network hardware from vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, or Arista.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and technologies (e.g., firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS).
• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, PRTG).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote working environment.
• Relevant industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• Design, configure, and deploy complex network solutions, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Perform regular network performance monitoring and analysis, identifying and resolving bottlenecks to ensure high availability and low latency.
• Develop and implement comprehensive network security policies and procedures to protect against threats and vulnerabilities.
• Manage and maintain network hardware and software, including firmware updates, patching, and configuration backups.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues escalated from the support desk, providing expert-level technical assistance.
• Collaborate with system administrators and other IT professionals on infrastructure projects and system upgrades.
• Document network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Stay abreast of emerging network technologies and best practices, recommending improvements and innovations.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior members of the infrastructure team.

• Proven track record in network administration and infrastructure management, with at least 5 years of experience.
• In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), and network security principles.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade network hardware from leading vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet).
• Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (AWS, Azure).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a methodical approach to troubleshooting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical audiences.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+) are highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.

• Relevant IT certification (e.g., Network+, CCNA) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in network support or administration.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and other network protocols.
• Experience with network monitoring tools.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting network connectivity and hardware issues.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong remote communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently.

• Configure, install, and manage network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls).
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
• Implement and maintain network security measures.
• Provide remote technical support to users for network-related problems.
• Manage VPN connections and cloud networking infrastructure.
• Document network configurations and troubleshooting procedures.
• Collaborate with IT teams on network upgrades and projects.
• Respond to network alerts and resolve critical incidents promptly.
• Ensure network reliability, availability, and performance.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in network administration or support.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols.
• Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and network security best practices.
• Proficiency with network monitoring tools.
• Relevant IT certifications (e.g., CCNA) are a plus.
• Excellent remote troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and documentation abilities.