IT Infrastructure Engineer

GB05 Solina Coatings UK Ltd; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Solina is seeking an IT Infrastructure Engineer for its Biggleswade site to maintain and optimize our global infrastructure and ensure secure, reliable systems. You will collaborate with partners to align acquisitions with Solina standards and support IT projects across multiple locations.

The role requires a strong background in Windows, VMware, and Azure, with knowledge of Fortinet and networking. It is an on-site position with travel to other European sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in computer science or related field.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience as a system administrator or engineer.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows and VMware.
• Knowledge of Azure is essential.
• Familiarity with Fortinet firewalling, routing and switching.
• PRTG and ServiceNow are a plus.
• Must be proactive, independent and have excellent English communication.
• Experience in multinational environments and M&A is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced (3rd level) technical support to resolve complex system issues.
• Design, implement, administer and improve Solina's global infrastructure services.
• Develop and maintain documentation of the environment with change control and risk management.
• Collaborate with IT Project teams to deliver broader IT services and applications while adhering to standards.
• Support infrastructure projects, coordinating with internal and external partners.
• Integrate new sites within the group as part of M&A to align with standards.

Skills

Windows administration

VMware

Azure

Fortinet

Networking

M&A awareness

Travel willingness

Multinational experience

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Master's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Windows

VMware

Azure

Fortinet

PRTG

ServiceNow

Job description

Primary Location : BIGGLESWADE, United Kingdom

At Solina, our community of close to 5,000 people share a passion for food and live our entrepreneurial culture. We design customised savoury solutions for our clients operating in the food industry, food service, butchery and nutrition markets. With sustainability at the heart of our business model, we aim to produce food that is good in every sense of the word: delicious, nourishing, affordable, sustainable and convenient. Solina is a fast-growing business, with around 50 production sites and R&D laboratories present in more than 19 countries mainly in Europe and North America. By constantly rethinking culinary solutions, we make food matter for people and the planet. If you're ready for a new adventure in a dynamic, expanding, passionate, international company, join us !

We’re hiring an IT Infrastructure Engineer to support the ongoing expansion of Solina’s infrastructure. In collaboration with multiple partners, you will be responsible for maintaining and optimizing the company’s systems to ensure its reliability and security while ensuring integration of newly acquired companies to align with our Solina Standards.

General responsibilities and tasks

• Deliver advanced (3rd level) technical support to resolve complex system issues.
• Design, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of Solina's global infrastructure services.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of the environment, incorporating change control processes and risk management considerations.
• Collaborate with IT Project teams in delivering broader IT services and applications, maintaining compliance with best practices and our standards.
• Support infrastructure projects, including coordination with internal and external partners.
• Integration of new sites within the group as part of M&A to ensure compliance with best practices and our standards.

Skills, requirements and knowledge

• Bachelor's, master’s degree in computer science or equivalent by experience
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience as a system administrator or engineer
• Experience with Microsoft Windows, VMware
• Knowledge of Azure is essential
• Notion of Fortinet firewalling, routing and switching
• Experience with PRTG and Service Now is a plus
• Proactive and independent
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), fluent in English
• Experience in multinational environment
• Knowledge of mergers and acquisitions is a plus
• Willingness to travel to other sites in Europe (minimum 15% of the time)
• Decisive, flexible, able to improvise, and works with precision.
• Adherence to company policies on environmental, health, and workplace safety standards

Organisation Reports to the Group Infrastructure Manager (based in Belgium)

Location

On-site position based at our Biggleswade's site. We are open to talents of all backgrounds.

Our recruitment process is based on competences, and we openly welcome all candidates of all types according to our DEI Commitment

At Solina, our culture is guided by PACE – a shared mindset that helps us grow, collaborate, and bring ambitions to life. It encourages us to think bigger, take ownership, stay curious, and succeed together.