Infrastructure Support Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense engineering firm seeks an experienced Infrastructure Support Engineer for their Warrington location. The successful candidate will manage and support IT infrastructure including VMware and Windows environments. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to progress their careers in a rapidly evolving field.

Benefits

Relocation assistance available

Qualifications

• Proven experience in 2nd/3rd line IT support, specifically in a Windows and VMware environment.
• Experience managing virtual environments using VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter.
• Solid understanding of Windows Server configurations and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving issues across hardware, software, networks, and operating systems.
• Managing and supporting VMware vSphere infrastructure, including virtual machine creation and storage management.
• Creating, updating, and maintaining documentation related to changes and incidents.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Virtualization Management

VMware vSphere

Windows Server

Networking

Automation Scripting

Education

Degree-level qualification in a relevant subject

Tools

VMware vSphere

Windows Server 2016/2019/2022

PowerShell

CompTIA Network+

Cisco CCNA

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Infrastructure Support Engineer, Warrington, Cheshire

Client:

Gold Group Ltd

Location:

Warrington, Cheshire

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Infrastructure Support Engineer

Location: Warrington, Cheshire – on-site, with some travel required

Role Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £57,500 per annum depending on experience

Our client, an established aerospace & defence engineering firm, requires an experienced Infrastructure Support Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team.

Positions are available at Senior and Principal Engineer levels.

*Relocation assistance can be provided for candidates that meet the criteria.*

What the role of the Infrastructure Support Engineer entails:

• Investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving issues across hardware, software, networks, and operating systems
• Managing and supporting VMware vSphere infrastructure, including virtual machine creation, virtual network management, cloning, snapshot management, storage management, backups, and recovery (HA, DRS)
• Managing, supporting, and administering operating systems (Windows/Linux), including assisting with Preventative Maintenance tasks, software installation, patching, user account administration (AD), implementing GPOs, hardening, and creating automation scripts (PowerShell)
• Managing and supporting networks (virtual and physical), including troubleshooting issues
• Creating, updating, and maintaining documentation related to actions, changes, incidents, etc.

What experience you need to be the successful Infrastructure Support Engineer:

• Sole UK Nationality – UK Eyes Only Project
• Degree-level qualification in a relevant subject
• Proven experience in 2nd/3rd line IT support, specifically in a Windows and VMware environment
• Experience managing virtual environments using VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter (VCP)
• Solid understanding of Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 configurations and maintenance
• Experience in systems migration, patch management, and disaster recovery
• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) certification
• CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCNA (for networking-related tasks)

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Infrastructure Support Engineer to progress their career. If interested, please apply as soon as possible, as this position will be filled quickly. Don't miss out!