IT & Network Engineer

VANRATH; Larne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

VANRATH is seeking an IT & Network Engineer to join an on-site role in Larne. You will own the day-to-day IT infrastructure with a strong focus on networks, routers and switches, operating in a busy production environment.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of hands-on networking experience and familiarity with infrastructure applications and ITSM processes. This permanent, full-time role is on-site, Monday–Friday, with salary around 35,000–40,000 GBP depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in IT/ Networking environments
• Hands-on exposure to routers, switches and network infrastructure
• Experience with IT service management processes (ITSM) and incident handling

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day technical support across IT infrastructure, networks, servers, endpoints and connected devices
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues across systems and applications
• Maintain a secure, reliable IT environment with regular updates and maintenance
• Collaborate with IT teams and third-party providers on improvements and projects
• Contribute to IT processes, documentation, and business continuity plans
• Assist with deployment of new technologies across the site

Job description

• Job Title: IT & Network Engineer
• Salary: £35,000 - 40,000 - open to discussions based on experience
• Location: Larne
• Contract: Permanent, full-time
• Work Pattern: Monday-Friday, standard operational hours

We're working with an established organisation looking to add a hands-on Network & Infrastructure Engineer to its technical team.

This is a fully on-site role based within a busy production environment, where you'll take ownership of the day-to-day IT infrastructure supporting the site's operations. The role has a strong networking focus, with plenty of hands-on work across routers, switches, connectivity and wider network infrastructure, alongside general IT and infrastructure support.

What You'll be Doing

• Provide day-to-day technical support across IT infrastructure, networks, servers, endpoints and connected devices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues across a range of systems and applications, taking ownership through to resolution.
• Help maintain a secure, reliable and well-managed IT environment, including system updates, maintenance and ongoing improvements.
• Work alongside wider IT teams and third-party suppliers on technical issues, changes and improvement projects.
• Contribute to IT processes, documentation, system standards and business continuity.
• Support the introduction and development of new technologies and digital solutions across the site.

Experience

We're looking for an IT professional with at least 2 years' experience who has gained hands‑on exposure to networks and technical support.

You’ll ideally have experience across:

• Routers, switches & networking infrastructure
• Connected/IoT devices and operational technology
• Infrastructure applications and systems
• General troubleshooting and technical problem solving
• IT service management processes

Why choose VANRATH?

Partnering with VANRATH gives you access to exclusive IT opportunities, expert market insight and tailored career guidance. We take a consultative approach; offering honest advice, interview preparation and direct access to hiring managers- ensuring a smooth process and the best possible role fit aligned to your skills and long-term goals.