IT Infrastructure / Applications Engineer

Survitec Group Limited; Ellesmere Port; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading survival technology provider based in Ellesmere Port is seeking a skilled IT Engineer to join their team. This role involves providing advanced support as a 3rd line IT expert, managing cloud technologies, and ensuring the stability and security of IT infrastructure. Ideal candidates will possess strong knowledge in cloud platforms, networking, and server administration. The position offers a hybrid work environment and competitive benefits, including ample holidays and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

33 days holiday including public holidays

Additional day off for your birthday

Enhanced maternity and paternity package

Cycle to Work Scheme

Pension scheme

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a 3rd line IT support or similar senior technical support role.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms, including deployment, management, and troubleshooting.
• Relevant IT certifications are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced troubleshooting and support for technical issues.
• Administer and maintain cloud platforms and networking connectivity.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior staff.

Skills

Cloud technologies

Networking

Windows server administration

Linux server administration

Problem-solving

Communication

Customer service

Education

Relevant certifications (Microsoft Azure Administrator, Cisco certifications)

Tools

Microsoft Azure

M365 suite

Intune

Virtualization technologies (Hyper-V)

Job description

Vacancy Title: IT Engineer

Vacancy Location: Ellesmere Port (hybrid), occasional UK travel

Engagement Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Your Company

Survitec are the world’s largest survival technology provider. For over 166 years, we have been protecting lives in the air, on land and at sea, through the design, manufacture, and servicing of Survival Technology.

Today, we are a global community of 3,000 professionals with presence in 96 countries partnering with our customers to provide innovative solutions that reduce risk and help keep you safe.

That is why the world’s leading maritime, defence & government, energy and aerospace organisations trust us when it matters most and why we have been awarded the Gold Award by the UK Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

Your New Role

We are seeking an experienced 3rd line IT Engineer with strong expertise in cloud technologies and networking to join our Beaufort Division IT team. You will act as the final escalation point for complex technical issues, providing advanced troubleshooting and support for both on-premises and cloud-based systems. Your role will involve working closely with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure the stability, security, and performance of our IT infrastructure for the UK and global regions.

What You Can Expect from the Role

• Point of reference (3rd line) for technical support for hardware, software, network, and cloud-related incidents and service requests.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues escalated from 1st and 2nd line support teams, ensuring timely resolution and minimal business disruption.
• Administer, monitor, and maintain cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft Azure, M365 suite, Intune), including virtual machines, storage, networking, and security configurations.
• Administer, monitor and maintain the groups networking and connectivity both internally and externally.
• Lead root cause analysis for recurring or high-impact incidents, implementing long-term solutions and documenting findings.
• Collaborate with suppliers and global teams to design, implement, and optimize infrastructure solutions.
• Maintain and update technical documentation, knowledge bases, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure compliance with security policies, data protection regulations, and best practices.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior support staff.

The Experience, Qualifications and Skills You Will Have

• Proven experience in a 3rd line IT support or similar senior technical support role.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (MS Azure, M365 suite and Intune), including deployment, management, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrate the ability to run technical projects over weeks up to a few months.
• Expertise in Windows & Linux server administration.
• Solid understanding of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, firewalls) and exposure to the Cisco product suite.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (Hyper‑V); exposure to VMware is a plus.
• Familiarity with scripting and automation (PowerShell).
• Familiarity with ERP systems and administration (Exposure to IFS is a plus).
• Familiarity with manufacturing and warehouse systems and hardware.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer-service skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Azure Administrator, Cisco certifications, etc.) are highly desirable.
• Strong team player and ability to grow relationships with global partners.

Desirable

• Knowledge of ITIL processes.
• Exposure to DevOps tools and practices.
• Familiarity within a global manufacturing setting is a plus.
• Exposure to MoD / defence standards is a plus.

Why You Should Work for Us

• 33 days holiday including public holidays
• Additional day off to celebrate your birthday
• Company Anniversary holiday benefit
• Enhanced maternity and paternity package
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Workplace Reward & Recognition scheme

How to Apply

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At Beaufort, we want you to have the best possible interview experience with us and we are also committed to creating an inclusive environment. We are happy to make any necessary accommodations to ensure you can showcase your skills to the best of your ability; should you require any reasonable adjustments, please don’t hesitate to let us know.