IT Infrastructure Engineer – On-Premises Focus

Ground Control; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national grounds maintenance company in the UK seeks an IT Infrastructure Engineer to maintain and enhance on-premises systems, including Windows servers and virtualization platforms. The candidate should have at least 5 years of IT infrastructure experience, ideally in an MSP environment, along with strong skills in Active Directory and networking. This full-time position offers a competitive package, including career development opportunities and various benefits for employees.

Benefits

23 days holiday, increasing with service

Yearly bonus scheme & share options

Robust pension scheme

Free flu jabs and online GP service

Subsidized gym memberships

Employee recognition scheme

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in IT infrastructure engineering, ideally within an MSP environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, and Failover Clustering.
• Familiarity with networking principles and troubleshooting (VPNs, firewalls).

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain on-premises infrastructure (Windows servers, storage, virtualization).
• Monitor and ensure performance, availability, and security of all on-prem systems.
• Implement security measures and maintain compliance with industry standards.
• Lead infrastructure projects and upgrades, including server builds.

Skills

Windows Server

Virtualization (Hyper-V)

Active Directory

Networking principles

Technical documentation

Job description

IT Infrastructure Engineer On-Premises Focus

Location: Flexible within the UK (commutable to London / Billericay preferred)

Hours: Monday - Friday (with out-of-hours support on a rota)

Salary: Competitive Great Perks

About the Role

We are seeking an On-Premises IT Infrastructure Engineer to join our busy hands‑on IT this role you will be primarily responsible for maintaining designing and enhancing our on‑premises infrastructure including Windows servers virtualization platforms (Hyper‑V) and storage solutions. You will also support hybrid and cloud systems when required.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety thrives under pressure and is comfortable working on both technical projects and day‑to‑day operational tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Design deploy and maintain on‑premises infrastructure (Windows servers storage virtualization).
• Monitor and ensure performance availability and security of all on‑prem systems.
• Implement security measures and maintain compliance with industry standards.
• Lead infrastructure projects and upgrades including server builds and disaster recovery initiatives.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure and processes.
• Troubleshoot network and system issues working with external partners when required.
• Support cloud and hybrid environments when required.

What were looking for

• 5 years experience in IT infrastructure engineering ideally within an MSP environment.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Windows Server () Active Directory DNS Failover Clustering.
• Experience with virtualization (Hyper‑V) and storage management.
• Familiarity with networking principles and troubleshooting (VPNs firewalls).
• Experience with patching firmware upgrades and technical documentation.
• Adaptable hands‑on and able to thrive in a fast‑paced constantly changing environment.

Why join us

• Career Development Focus : We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths training and tailored development programs including our GC Leadership Academy job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.
• Exciting Growth Opportunities : Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.
• Collaborative Environment : Work in a supportive engaging and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.

Competitive Package

• 23 days holiday Increasing with length of service bank holidays
• Yearly bonus scheme & Share options
• Robust pension scheme
• Medigold employee support Free Flu Jabs Online private GP Service
• Free or subsidised national gym memberships
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• 2 personal choice volunteering days

Ground Control

Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973 Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.

We deliver a range of services including grounds maintenance winter gritting landscape construction design arboriculture electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50000 commercial properties across the UK.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds experiences and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on age disability gender identity marital status pregnancy race religion sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

Key Skills

• CSS
• C++
• ABAP
• Bank Reconciliation
• Information Technology Sales
• JavaScript

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1