Junior Network Engineer

Peaple Talent; Marlow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

25 days annual leave

Financial wellbeing programs

Career development opportunities

Social engagement activities

Job summary

Peaple Talent is partnering with a rapidly growing telecoms organization seeking a proactive Tier 1 NOC Engineer in Marlow. This role involves troubleshooting network issues in a fast-paced environment. You’ll be an essential part of a collaborative team dedicated to providing exceptional service across enterprise and carrier networks.

The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of networking fundamentals and experience with networking technologies. The position offers extensive growth opportunities and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals including the OSI model, TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP.
• Experience troubleshooting broadband and leased line products including FTTC, FTTP, and Ethernet services.
• Hands-on exposure to networking technologies such as Juniper, Fortinet, or MikroTik environments.
• Basic understanding of routing and networking protocols including BGP, OSPF, and VPN technologies (IPsec/SSL).
• Familiarity with SD-WAN, MPLS, and wide-area networking architectures.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot network issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Deliver exceptional service across enterprise and carrier networks.
• Manage incidents from initial fault through to resolution.

Skills

Networking fundamentals

Troubleshooting broadband and leased line products

Exposure to networking technologies

Routing and networking protocols

SD-WAN and MPLS familiarity

Network monitoring tools

Incident management

Communication Skills

24/7 operational environment management

Job description

Peaple Talent is partnering with an innovative and rapidly growing telecoms organisation that is transforming connectivity services through operational excellence, modern technologies, and customer-focused support. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that invests heavily in people, technology, and long-term career development.

We’re looking for a proactive Tier 1 NOC Engineer who enjoys troubleshooting network issues, working in fast-paced support environments, and delivering exceptional service across enterprise and carrier networks. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop their networking career within a highly collaborative and technically driven team.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals including the OSI model, TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP
• Experience troubleshooting broadband and leased line products including FTTC, FTTP, and Ethernet services
• Hands‑on exposure to networking technologies such as Juniper, Fortinet, or MikroTik environments
• Basic understanding of routing and networking protocols including BGP, OSPF, and VPN technologies (IPsec/SSL)
• Familiarity with SD‑WAN, MPLS, and wide‑area networking architectures
• Experience working with network monitoring and alerting tools such as SolarWinds or Zabbix
• Ability to manage incidents from initial fault through to resolution while maintaining clear ticket updates
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with customers, carriers, and internal technical teams
• Ability to thrive within a 24/7 operational environment and manage effective shift handovers

Nice to Have

• CCNA, JNCIA, NSE 4, or equivalent networking certifications
• Experience working with UK carriers such as Openreach or Virgin Media
• Exposure to LAN, WLAN, MPLS, or SD‑WAN customer environments
• Experience using ticketing and incident management systems
• Passion for networking, troubleshooting, and continuous technical development

What’s in It for You

• Private healthcare and life assurance
• 25 days annual leave plus holiday buy and rollover scheme
• Financial wellbeing and employee assistance programmes
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Social engagement activities and collaborative team culture
• Opportunity to work for a business that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement