Network Implementation Engineer

The Compleat Food Group; East Midlands; In loco; GBP 55.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Compleat Food Group is looking for an experienced Network Implementation Engineer to drive a major network transformation across its UK sites. You will coordinate with internal IT teams, external partners and business stakeholders to plan, design and deliver VLAN standardisation and network segmentation with minimal business disruption.

You will manage project plans, risks and governance, translate technical requirements into deployment plans and travel to sites as needed to support

Competenze

• Experience with VLANs and network segmentation across complex environments.
• Proven ability to manage technical projects, timelines and risks.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.

Mansioni

• Lead the delivery of a large-scale network segmentation and VLAN standardisation programme across multiple UK sites.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, risks, dependencies and deliverables.
• Coordinate network implementation activities with internal IT teams, external suppliers and site stakeholders.
• Translate technical network requirements into structured delivery and deployment plans.
• Manage project governance, reporting, risks, issues and stakeholder communications.

Conoscenze

VLANs

Network segmentation

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Networking fundamentals

Strumenti

WAN technologies

Firewalls

Cloud networking

Descrizione del lavoro

We are looking for an experienced Network Implementation Engineer to support the delivery of a major network transformation programme across our Group estate. This role will play a key part in a board-sponsored project focused on network segmentation and VLAN standardisation across multiple sites. Working closely with internal IT teams, external partners, and business stakeholders, you will be responsible for coordinating and driving project delivery whilst providing the technical understanding needed to support successful implementation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong network engineering background who enjoys managing technical projects, building relationships with stakeholders, and ensuring successful delivery of complex infrastructure changes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of a large-scale network segmentation and VLAN standardisation programme across multiple UK sites.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, risks, dependencies, and deliverables to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Coordinate network implementation activities across internal IT teams, external suppliers, and site stakeholders.
• Translate technical network requirements into structured delivery and deployment plans.
• Manage project governance, reporting, risks, issues, and stakeholder communications throughout the project lifecycle.
• Plan and coordinate network migrations, cutovers, and implementation activities whilst minimising disruption to business operations.
• Ensure VLAN structures and network segmentation are delivered in line with Group standards and best practice.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business, acting as a key contact for project updates and delivery activities.
• Travel to sites as required to support planning, coordination, and successful project delivery.

Essential

• Strong network engineering background with experience of VLANs, network segmentation, and switching technologies.
• Proven experience delivering network infrastructure, transformation, or technical projects.
• Experience managing projects, including planning, stakeholder management, risk management, and delivery coordination.
• Ability to work effectively with technical teams, third-party suppliers, and business stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Desirable

• Experience delivering network transformation or multi-site infrastructure projects.
• Experience within a manufacturing, FMCG, or multi-site environment.
• Knowledge of WAN, firewall, and cloud networking technologies.
• PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent project management certification.

If you're a network professional who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent project delivery and stakeholder management skills, we'd love to hear from you.