Junior Infrastructure Engineer

BM Stores; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail chain in Liverpool is seeking a Junior Infrastructure Engineer to support the design and maintenance of IT infrastructure. This role involves hands-on experience with server hardware and networking, along with mentorship from experienced engineers. Candidates should have familiarity with operating systems, a basic understanding of networking, and strong problem-solving skills. Competitive benefits include store discounts and more.

Benefits

Discount in stores

Colleague portal with retailer discounts

Hospitality benefits

Qualifications

• Familiarity with server hardware, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and virtualisation technologies.
• Detailed understanding and experience of Microsoft products (M365).
• Basic understanding of networking principles, protocols, and devices.
• Proficiency in networking and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, deploy, and maintain servers and networks.
• Administer and monitor servers and systems.
• Manage network troubleshooting and incident response.
• Contribute to backup and disaster recovery.
• Provide technical support and resolve infrastructure issues.

Skills

Familiarity with server hardware

Understanding of Microsoft products (M365)

Basic networking principles

Knowledge of TCP/IP

Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell)

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

We're offering an exciting opportunity for a Junior Infrastructure Engineer to develop and grow within a fast-paced and expanding team. As a Junior Infrastructure Engineer at B&M, you will play a vital role in supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of our IT infrastructure. Working closely with experienced Infrastructure and Network Engineers, as well as wider IT teams, you will help ensure the reliability, performance, and security of the hardware, software, networks, and systems that underpin B&M's technology environment.

This role provides hands-on experience across a wide range of infrastructure, gaining mentorship and guidance while gradually taking on more complex responsibilities, ensuring you build the skills and expertise needed to advance your career in infrastructure engineering.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, deploy, and maintain servers, networks, storage systems, and related infrastructure in line with Change Management processes.
• Administer and monitor servers and systems, ensuring performance, updates, patches, and issue resolution.
• Manage network and infrastructure troubleshooting, incident response, on-call support, and site visits as required.
• Contribute to backup, disaster recovery, and security best practices to safeguard data and systems.
• Provide technical support, resolve infrastructure-related issues, and collaborate on complex problem-solving.
• Maintain documentation, follow change management processes, and support infrastructure-related projects and upgrades.

To be successful in this role, you will have

• Familiarity with server hardware, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and virtualisation technologies.
• A detailed understanding and experience of Microsoft products (M365) and platforms (Windows Servers).
• A basic understanding of networking principles, protocols, and devices.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP and network administration/protocols with demonstrable experience of switching and wireless.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) is a plus.
• Knowledge of security best practices and willingness to learn and implement security measures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Eagerness to learn and stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Closing

If this role excites you and you think you've got what it takes, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

We offer you a range of great benefits including discount in our stores, a colleague portal offering discount for numerous retailers, hospitality & much more! Check out our full benefits here - https://careers.bmstores.co.uk/our-bm-benefits/

Equal Opportunity

B&M Retail are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues.