IT Infrastructure Engineer

C4S Search Ltd; Wantage; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent acquisition firm is seeking an IT Infrastructure Specialist in Wantage. The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining secure infrastructure solutions. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in ITIL, infrastructure technologies, and project planning. You will serve as an escalation point for IT issues and work to ensure operational support while mentoring junior teams. The offer includes a competitive salary of £54,000 and requires onsite work five days a week.

Qualifications

• In-depth expertise in infrastructure technologies, solutions, and best practices.
• Solid grasp of licensing requirements and effective asset management.
• Awareness of IT operations and challenges within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the final escalation point for IT issues.
• Deliver reliable operational support for infrastructure.
• Partner with business units and external vendors.

Skills

Infrastructure technologies expertise

Project planning and delivery

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Proactive approach to improvement

Education

ITIL Foundation Certificate

Background in Information Systems

Tools

Microsoft-based infrastructure

SAN

Intune

Vmware/HyperV

Linux

Job description

Overview

JOB TITLE: IT Infrastructure Specialist

LOCATION: Wantage

SALARY: £54,000

WAY OF WORKING: 5 days a week onsite

THE BUSINESS:
Our client is a global manufacturer supplying innovative packaging solutions to many of the world’s best-known consumer brands. Their products support food, beverage and household industries, combining sustainability, quality and reliability to meet customer needs worldwide.

THE IT INFRASTRUCTURE SPECIALIST OPPORTUNITY:
The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, scalable infrastructure that ensures smooth operations and supports innovation. You’ll work to maximise uptime, performance, and efficiency while continually improving automation, monitoring, and security.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the final escalation point for IT issues, resolving complex technical problems and preventing recurrence through root cause analysis and permanent fixes.
• Deliver reliable operational support for both third-party and internally managed infrastructure, ensuring compliance with security, governance, and audit requirements.
• Partner with business units, IT teams, and external vendors to align infrastructure solutions with current and future needs, while mentoring 1st and 2nd line teams.
• Define, document, and maintain infrastructure standards, processes, and asset management, keeping documentation accurate and up to date.
• Continuously improve infrastructure through testing, trend evaluation, and the adoption of new technologies, while providing training and support to end users.

The ideal candidate will have

Required skills and competencies:

• In-depth expertise in infrastructure technologies, solutions, and best practices.
• Solid grasp of licensing requirements and effective asset management.
• Awareness of IT operations and challenges within a manufacturing environment.
• Clear and confident communicator across all levels of the business.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Skilled in planning and delivering projects.
• Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement.

Required education, qualifications and experience:

• ITIL Foundation Certificate
• Background in Information Systems, with experience in Microsoft-based infrastructure environments.
• A history of implementing new infrastructure solutions
• Previous experience co-ordinating activities across multiple regions

Desirable:

• SAN
• Intune
• Vmware/HyperV
• Linux

If you are interested in the role, please send an application detailing proof of the above or contact Amy Burton in our office.

C4S Search connect talent with leading organisations and we are always keen to hear from those who work in the tech industry.