Network and Communications Engineer

Carnival UK (P&O Cruises & Cunard); Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Network and Communications Engineer to enhance their technology department. This pivotal role involves providing operational support for network and communication services, ensuring the infrastructure runs smoothly across ship and shore services. The ideal candidate will have expertise in networking technologies, firewalls, and automation systems. With opportunities for international travel and a hybrid work model, this position offers a dynamic environment and the chance to contribute to innovative projects. Join a team dedicated to creating unforgettable holiday experiences and make an impact in the travel sector.

Benefits

Employee Discounted Cruising

Annual Bonus

Minimum 25 Days Leave

Employee Assistance Programs

Health Cash Plan

Life Assurance

Employee Shares Plan

Electric Car Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Retail Offers

Qualifications

• Proven experience in network configuration and automation systems.
• Experience in implementing and supporting firewalls, ideally Palo Alto.

Responsibilities

• Provide SME input to core networking technologies for operational delivery.
• Perform daily maintenance and upgrades of the CUK infrastructure.

Skills

Network Configuration

Firewall Configuration (Palo Alto)

Cisco Networking

Aruba Networking

Automation (Ansible, Python)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Palo Alto Firewalls

Cisco LAN/WAN

HP Switches

Aruba Solutions

Cisco DNA

Aruba Airwave

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Job Description

In our continuous journey of growth and innovation at Carnival UK, we are seeking a Network and Communications Engineer to bring fresh insights and expertise to our technology department.

Job Description

In our continuous journey of growth and innovation at Carnival UK, we are seeking a Network and Communications Engineer to bring fresh insights and expertise to our technology department.

This pivotal role forms part of our team of specialised professionals providing operational support to all Network and Communication Services Infrastructure, providing 3rd line support to the IT department along with input to project initiatives. Acting as an SME within Networks and Communication Services, including Incident and Problem Management, Proactive Maintenance activities and Implementation of innovative new technologies.

This exciting role requires supporting our fleet onboard which means some international travel throughout the year.

You Will:

• Provide SME input to core networking technologies for operational and project delivery purposes
• Act as a technical lead in all Network & Communication activities, working closely with connectivity partners and third-party suppliers
• Perform daily maintenance and upgrades of the CUK infrastructure across ship and shore services)
• Proactively Identify operational issues and ensure remediation to minimise business impact, maintaining regular contact with stakeholders during incident and problem resolution
• Administer and configure Palo Alto Firewalls, IT Core Cisco platform LAN/WAN, Core HP switches (LAN), Core WIFI Aruba solution, NAC solutions (Cisco ISE & Airwave) and automation tools (Cisco DNA & Aruba Airwave)
  
  

This role is positioned at CUK09 level within our organisation and is available on a full-time, permanent basis. We offer hybrid work including up to two days from home.

Who We Are

Carnival UK is a leading name in the holiday sector, dedicated to delivering unforgettable holiday happiness to our guests. Our success is built on a foundation of diverse talents and perspectives, and we believe in fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

What You'll Bring

Your unique background and skills are what will make you stand out. We're looking for:

• Proven experience in implementing, configuring, and supporting network configuration & automation systems, with proficiency in either Cisco or Aruba to associate level
• Experience in implementing, configuring, and supporting Firewalls, ideally with Palo Alto
• Experience of automation systems such as Ansible, Python or Single source of truth
  
  

About You: The Ideal Candidate

You are more than just your CV. You're someone who brings:

• Strong initiative and pro-active delivery skills
• Thrives in collaborative but fast paced teams
• Flexible to travel overseas
  
  

Application Guidance

Diversity is our strength, and we encourage applications from those with varied experiences, whether you meet every listed requirement or not. If you’re passionate about technology and looking for an opportunity to grow, we’d love to hear from you. Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we may close applications earlier than advertised. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to become part of a team dedicated to creating unforgettable holiday happiness. Apply today to start your journey with us.

Why Join Us?

Working with us means more than just a role in technology. It’s about being part of a team that values well-being and personal growth. Here’s what we offer:

• Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers
• Annual bonus
• Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading scheme
• Employee-led networks
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programmes
• Company paid Health Cash Plan and health assessment
• In-house Occupational Health help and access to digital GP
• Life Assurance
• Employee Shares Plan
• Electric Car and Cycle to Work schemes
• Discounted retail and leisure via discounts portal
• Contributory Defined Contribution Pension scheme
  
  

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About Us

Holidays are one of life’s greatest pleasures. Having the chance to relax, escape and explore is a magical thing. And there is no better holiday than a cruise.

No one knows cruising like Carnival UK, where talented people from across the globe come together to create unforgettable holiday happiness. As part of the world’s largest holiday travel and leisure company, we take enormous pride in bringing to life two of the most iconic brands from Britain’s rich seafaring heritage, P&O Cruises and Cunard. Collectively they have been delivering unbridled joy, boundless adventure and lifelong memories to millions of people for over 350 years. And in a multi-million pound global holiday market, where cruising has barely scratched the surface, we have the opportunity to do that for many, many more people.

Our diverse yet tight knit teams share high standards, heartfelt values and passion for our purpose. Our Culture Essentials describe the expectations we have for ourselves and of each other, in building a culture that supports safe, sustainable, compliant operations and celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion.

It’s through the successful delivery of these extraordinary travel experiences for our target markets and our distinctive culture, that we hope to become Travel’s Employer of Choice.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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  Travel Arrangements

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