IT Infrastructure Engineer - FTC 18 mths

Rullion Limited; Immingham; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions provider is seeking an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer in Immingham. This role is critical for maintaining and developing both on-premises and virtual IT infrastructure to ensure high availability, performance, and security for the entire organization. Candidates should have strong experience with VMware and Windows Server along with excellent troubleshooting and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary, private medical insurance, and a generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Pension

Private Medical

Incentive Plan

25 Holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar IT Infrastructure Engineer or Systems Administrator role.
• Full UK driving licence required for occasional travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage, monitor, and maintain core infrastructure systems including servers, storage, networking, and virtual environments.
• Administer and support VMware environments (ESXi hosts and vCenter).
• Oversee Windows Server environments (Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP).
• Manage Veeam backup and replication systems for business continuity.
• Provide 2nd/3rd line infrastructure support to resolve issues.
• Implement system upgrades, patches, and documentation.
• Participate in IT projects and ensure compliance with security standards.

Skills

VMware vSphere / ESXi / vCenter

Veeam Backup & Replication

Microsoft Windows Server (2016, 2019 or later)

Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, DHCP)

Active Directory and Group Policy management

Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Communication and documentation abilities

Education

Relevant certifications (e.g., VMware VCP, Microsoft MCSA/MCSE, Veeam VMCE)

Job description

IT Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Immingham

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (18 months)

Salary: £37,000 - £39,000 per annum

Benefits: Pension, Private Medical, Incentive Plan, 25 Holidays

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer to join our team in Immingham. This role is critical in maintaining, supporting, and developing on‑premises and virtual IT infrastructure to ensure maximum availability, performance, and security across the business.

You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to deliver robust IT solutions, provide day‑to‑day support, and contribute to infrastructure improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, monitor, and maintain core infrastructure systems including servers, storage, networking, and virtual environments.
• Administer and support VMware environments (ESXi hosts and vCenter).
• Oversee Windows Server environments (Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP).
• Manage Veeam backup and replication systems for business continuity and disaster recovery.
• Provide 2nd / 3rd line infrastructure support to resolve technical issues promptly.
• Implement system upgrades, patches, and configuration changes following best practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of systems, configurations, and procedures.
• Participate in IT projects and contribute to infrastructure planning and strategy.
• Ensure compliance with IT security standards and policies.
• Maintain high availability, disaster recovery, and backup strategies.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Proven experience in a similar IT Infrastructure Engineer or Systems Administrator role.
• Strong hands‑on experience with:
• VMware vSphere / ESXi / vCenter
• Veeam Backup & Replication
• Microsoft Windows Server (2016, 2019 or later)
• Good understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP / IP, VLANs, DNS, DHCP).
• Experience managing Active Directory and Group Policy.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., VMware VCP, Microsoft MCSA / MCSE, Veeam VMCE) desirable.
• Full UK driving licence (occasional travel between sites required).

Desirable Skills

• Experience with SQL Server administration or troubleshooting.
• Exposure to Linux systems (Ubuntu, CentOS).
• Knowledge of cloud technologies (AWS, Microsoft Azure).
• Infrastructure‑as‑Code experience (Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation).
• Hybrid environment management (VPN, ExpressRoute, Direct Connect).
• Monitoring and alerting tools (PRTG, SolarWinds).
• Scripting knowledge (PowerShell, Bash, Python).
• Experience within a DMZ environment.

Why Join Us?

Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects supporting business continuity and growth.

Structured development pathways for career progression.

Competitive salary, pension scheme, private medical insurance, long‑term incentive plan, and holiday starting at 25 days plus bank holidays.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.