IT/Network Field Engineer - Northern based

Unisys; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Unisys in the United Kingdom is seeking an IT/Network Field Engineer to support installation, relocation, and decommissioning of IT and network gear across client sites and company offices. The role centers on physical deployment, workspace setup, asset handling, and ensuring sites are prepared and operational.

This field-based position requires working across multiple locations, coordinating with facilities and support teams, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Experience with IT equipment and workplace installations.
• Ability to work across multiple locations.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install and remove IT and network equipment at customer and office locations.
• Set up desks, workstations, monitors, peripherals, and cabling.
• Support office moves, openings, closures, and equipment refreshes.
• Decommission equipment, recover assets, and dispose securely.
• Conduct site surveys and prepare locations for IT installs.
• Maintain accurate asset, inventory, and deployment records.
• Coordinate with suppliers, facilities, and tech teams for delivery.
• Follow health and safety procedures on customer premises.
• Provide basic post-install checks and handover to end users.

Skills

Organisational skills

Independent work

Customer service

IT equipment handling

Health & safety awareness

Job description

What success looks like in this role:

The IT/Network Field Engineer is responsible for supporting the installation, relocation, and decommissioning of IT and network equipment across customer and company sites. The role focuses on physical infrastructure deployment, workspace setup, asset handling, and ensuring sites are prepared and operational in line with business requirements. This opportunity is based in the North of England

Key Responsibilities

• Install and remove IT and network equipment at customer and office locations.
• Set up desks, workstations, monitors, peripherals, and associated cabling.
• Support office moves, site openings, closures, and equipment refresh programmes.
• Perform equipment decommissioning, asset recovery, and secure disposal processes.
• Conduct site surveys and prepare locations for IT equipment installations.
• Maintain accurate asset, inventory, and deployment records.
• Coordinate with suppliers, facilities teams, and technical support teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Follow health and safety procedures and maintain professional standards when working on customer premises.
• Provide basic post-installation checks and handover support to end users.

Key Skills

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently across multiple locations.
• Good customer service and communication skills.
• Experience handling IT equipment and workplace installations.
• Awareness of health and safety requirements in office and site environments.

This role is primarily field-based and focuses on the physical deployment and maintenance of IT infrastructure rather than technical troubleshooting or network engineering.

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