Junior Network Engineer

PSU Technology Group Ltd; Colgate; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to join their Network Engineering team. This role is perfect for someone with a passion for technology and customer service, looking to break into the IT industry. You will receive comprehensive training and support to develop your skills in networking and connectivity. The company offers a vibrant work culture and opportunities for career progression. If you are a team player with strong communication skills and a desire to learn, this position could be your gateway to a fulfilling career in IT.

Benefits

Subsidised Health Care

Subsidised Dental Care

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Sodexo Discount Platform

Breakfast and Refreshments

Pension Contribution

Generous Holiday Entitlement

One Day Off for Birthday

Ride2Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Strong organizational skills and enthusiasm for technology are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to customers and the Network Engineering team.
• Configure equipment and provide remote support for engineers.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Team Player

Enthusiasm for Technology

Education

Networking Experience

Awareness of OSI Model

Awareness of ITIL Framework

Awareness of WAN/MPLS Technologies

Job description

Company Overview

Established in 2006, FluidOne is an award-winning provider of Connected Cloud Solutions with a £113m turnover and focus on customer service, consistently achieving one of the highest Net Promoter Scores (NPS) in the industry, securing 84 for February 2025. Underlying its services is FluidOne’s national fibre network, Platform One, which is the most connected network in the UK. FluidOne has a strong company culture enjoyed by 520 staff and was ranked in the top 50 Best Companies to work for in the UK awards 2023 and in the top 25 Technology companies to work for in the UK.

FluidOne supports the needs of 2400 customers, including 200 channel resellers, with services covering connectivity, SD-WAN, cyber security, IT managed services, mobile, IoT, UCaaS and CCaaS. Addressing the needs of SME, mid-market and Enterprise, FluidOne consults with its customers to design solutions that complement their in-house IT structures. FluidOne takes complex hybrid multi-site environments and makes them simple and secure, so end-users can access their business applications wherever they are.

Led by CEO Russell Horton, co-founder Chris Rogers (who started the business in 2006), CFO Graham Dickie - the management team is backed by Livingbridge to support their ambitious long-term strategy.

Full Job Specification

Your primary focus will be to provide support to FluidOne’s customer base and the Network Engineering team.

This job would be perfect for someone with some networking experience looking for a new challenge and also presents itself as a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for a break into the IT industry. With focus on connectivity and networking, you will be fully supported and trained to gain the knowledge and skills required to reach your potential within this role, opening doors for progression within our expanding company.

Network Engineering Tasks

1. Configure equipment at the Colgate office to be sent to customer sites
2. Provide remote support for engineers calling in to connect routers into customer sites
3. Liaise with the NOC to configure hardware replacement devices in a time critical manner
4. Test returned equipment to verify if it is still usable

General

1. Ensuring all tasks are completed in a timely manner and within defined KPIs, OLAs and SLAs
2. Adhering to quality communication standards defined by FluidOne.
3. Adhering to FluidOne’s Security and Data Protection and confidentiality Clauses
4. Undertaking any other duties deemed suitable by management.
5. Maintaining job related training as required by management.

Experience / Qualifications: Essential:

1. Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills.
2. Demonstrates good organisational skills.
3. Has a strong enthusiasm for technology and delivering world class customer service.
4. Is a strong team player.

Desirable

1. Awareness of OSI model.
2. Awareness of ITIL framework.
3. Awareness of WAN/MPLS technologies.
4. Previous networking experience.

Benefits

1. Subsidised Health and subsidised dental care
2. Employee Assistance programme (EAP)
3. Life assurance (3 x salary)
4. Sodexo Discount Platform
5. FluidOne breakfast and refreshments on working days.
6. Pension contribution- 5% company contribution.
7. Generous Holiday Entitlement
8. One day off for Birthday
9. Half price internet connectivity
10. Ride2Work scheme
11. Department incentives
12. Volunteer day scheme.

How To Apply

Send CV with covering letter to [e-mail] with the job title as the subject field.

FluidOne is an equal opportunities provider and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.