Infrastructure Engineer

Ground Control; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based grounds-maintenance company is seeking a hands-on Infrastructure Engineer who will manage complex infrastructure projects, focusing on Azure and cloud environments. The role involves designing and maintaining Windows servers, delivering critical projects, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving skills and experience in cloud transformation. This position offers a remote work option with monthly visits to the Billericay HQ, making it a great opportunity for growth within a dynamic team.

Benefits

23 days holiday

Yearly bonus scheme & share options

Robust pension scheme

Free flu jabs

Online private GP service

Subsidised gym memberships

Employee recognition scheme

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience with cloud infrastructure (Azure) and on-premises systems.
• Skilled in Windows Server and networking technologies.
• Knowledgeable in backup solutions, disaster recovery, and patching.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage Windows servers and cloud infrastructure.
• Deliver business-critical projects from planning to implementation.
• Collaborate across teams to meet business needs.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure (Azure)

Windows Server (AD DNS DHCP Hyper-V)

Networking technologies

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication

Tools

Backup solutions (Rubrik)

Terraform automation

Firewalls (Palo Alto / Cisco ASA)

Job description

Infrastructure Engineer

Location : Remote (UK) with monthly visits to Billericay HQ

Salary : Competitive

Contract Type : Permanent

Working Hours : 40 hours per week Monday-Friday

We’re looking for a hands‑on Infrastructure Engineer to join our fast‑paced IT team and play a key role in managing and transforming our infrastructure. You’ll work across both on‑premises and cloud environments (Azure) delivering reliable, secure and scalable systems that enable our business to thrive.

If you enjoy variety tackling complex technical challenges and working on impactful projects this role is for you. No two days are the same from operational support and incident resolution to cloud migration and infrastructure projects you’ll be at the heart of everything we do.

What you’ll do :

• Design, build and manage Windows servers virtualisation (Hyper‑V) and cloud infrastructure (Azure).
• Deliver business‑critical infrastructure projects from planning to implementation.
• Monitor and maintain performance, security and reliability of systems.
• Collaborate across teams to meet business needs and improve processes.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to IT knowledge sharing.

What we’re looking for :

• Experienced with cloud infrastructure (Azure) and on‑premises systems with a focus on cloud transformation.
• Skilled in Windows Server (AD DNS DHCP Hyper‑V) and networking technologies.
• Knowledgeable in backup solutions (Rubrik) disaster recovery, patching and firmware updates.
• Comfortable working independently but thrives as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to prioritise and deliver under pressure.
• Strong communicator able to explain technical concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences alike.

Nice to Have :

• Terraform automation or other infrastructure‑as‑code experience.
• MSP background or experience in high‑paced IT environments.
• Certifications (CCNA / CCNP / MCSA / AZ‑700 / 900).
• Experience with firewalls (Palo Alto / Cisco ASA), Microsoft Dynamics Power BI, Jira / Confluence or asset‑management tools (NetBox).

Why join us :

Career Development Focus: We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training and tailored development programmes including our GC Leadership Academy, job‑specific accreditations and higher‑education opportunities.

Exciting Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.

Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive, engaging and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.

Competitive Package :

• 23 days holiday increasing with length of service, bank holidays.
• Yearly bonus scheme & share options.
• Robust pension scheme.
• Medigold employee support, free flu jabs, online private GP service.
• Free or subsidised national gym memberships.
• Employee recognition scheme.
• 2 personal choice volunteering days.

Ground Control

Ground Control is a UK‑based grounds‑maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973 Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.

We deliver a range of services including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.

If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on sex, age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

Key Skills

Jenkins, Ruby, Python, Active Directory, Cloud, PowerShell, Windows, AWS, Linux, SAN, Java, troubleshooting, backup, Puppet, hardware

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1