Leeds-Based Junior Network Engineer: Hands-On Networking

Magnet; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Retail Trust

Holiday purchase scheme

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work

Job summary

Magnet in Leeds is seeking a Junior Network Engineer to join our Infrastructure team. You will support the day-to-day operation of our network, helping to maintain critical business services while developing your knowledge of enterprise networking technologies.

The role offers hands-on training with experienced engineers, exposure to Cisco networking, and a collaborative culture. You will have opportunities for growth, with company discounts, wellbeing programmes and flexible holidays.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in networking and IT infrastructure.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Good communication and collaboration with colleagues.
• Organised, able to manage workloads and follow processes.
• Experience in IT support environments is advantageous.
• Exposure to Cisco networking technologies is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and maintaining the organisation's core network infrastructure.
• Assisting with network maintenance, upgrades, and project activities.
• Supporting the corporate network, including firewalls, switches, and wireless technologies.
• Investigating and resolving network tickets escalated from the Desktop Support team.
• Monitoring network performance and alerting systems, escalating issues when appropriate.
• Assisting with firmware updates, hardware upgrades, and hardware replacements.
• Supporting disaster recovery testing and maintaining network documentation.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the network team.
• Developing technical knowledge and skills through hands‑on experience and collaboration with senior engineers.

Skills

Interest in networking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organised

IT support experience

Cisco networking

Job description

Magnet in Leeds is seeking a Junior Network Engineer to join our Infrastructure team. You will support the day-to-day operation of our network, helping to maintain critical business services while developing your knowledge of enterprise networking technologies.

The role offers hands-on training with experienced engineers, exposure to Cisco networking, and a collaborative culture. You will have opportunities for growth, with company discounts, wellbeing programmes and flexible holidays.