IT Engineer

Harvey Nash Group; Livingston; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT recruitment agency is seeking two experienced Contract IT Engineers for an on-site role in Livingston. The position offers a rate of £150/day for a duration of 3 months, requiring expertise in IT infrastructure support, including Windows Server and Unix. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a proactive approach to delivering technical solutions. This role does not have a formal interview process; appointments will be based on CV assessments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in IT infrastructure support.
• Proficiency in one or more: Wintel, Unix, Networking, Security.
• Ability to produce clear technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical solutions and resolve incidents.
• Support projects and contribute to service improvement.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Windows Server

Unix (Solaris/Linux)

Virtualisation

Networking

Security

Customer focus

Analytical skills

Job description

Contract IT Engineers (x2)
Rate: £150/day
Location: On-site in West Lothian
Duration: 3 months (with potential extension)
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Start Date: Monday 3rd November
Working Pattern: 5 days per week

We're recruiting two experienced IT Engineers to support a large-scale infrastructure environment. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical skills across Windows Server, Unix (Solaris/Linux), Virtualisation, Networking, and Security.

You'll be responsible for delivering technical solutions, resolving incidents, supporting projects, and contributing to service improvement. The role demands a proactive approach, strong communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Essential experience:

• Minimum 2 years in IT infrastructure support
• Proficiency in one or more: Wintel, Unix, Networking, Security
• Strong customer focus and analytical skills
• Ability to produce clear technical documentation

Desirable:

• ITIL v3 or PRINCE2 certification
• Experience supporting diverse platforms and contributing to strategy

No formal interview process - appointments will be made based on CVs.