Network Technician (Ref: 188580)

Forsyth Barnes; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions firm in the UK seeks a specialist to integrate advertising systems with TfL’s network. You will configure IP setups, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and perform health checks on-site, including night shifts on a rotating basis. Strong IP knowledge and experience with physical networks are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of IP schemes, subnets, gateways, VLANs, and port configuration.
• Confident in identifying misconfigurations and proposing fixes in real-time.
• Experience with physical network environments (routers, switches, patch panels, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Review and validate IP addressing and port configurations.
• Diagnose and resolve connectivity issues on-site.
• Liaise with teams and TfL technical contacts to troubleshoot.
• Perform system health checks and monitor uptime.
• Travel to TfL depots/stations during night shifts.
• Ensure compliance with TfL security protocols.

Skills

Strong knowledge of IP schemes

Confident in identifying misconfigurations

Ability to interpret complex infrastructure

Experience with physical network environments

Comfortable working autonomously

Flexible and technically astute

Job description

About Us

My client are a leader in transforming complex urban environments into safer, more inclusive, and digitally advanced spaces. Our work spans regulated infrastructure sectors including rail, transport, and public space development. With a growing portfolio of multi-year capital programmes across the UK - including rail and telecoms infrastructure - they deliver projects that shape the future of cities.

Job Description

This role is hands-on and field-based, focused on ensuring the seamless integration of Global’s advertising systems with TfL’s network architecture. You'll be a key player in configuring and verifying IP schemes, managing port setups, and ensuring that everything communicates exactly as it should.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and validate IP addressing and port configurations between Global and TfL systems

• Diagnose and resolve connectivity issues on-site, ensuring reliable system communication

• Liaise with both internal teams and TfL technical contacts to troubleshoot and align network architecture

• Perform system health checks, monitor uptime, and proactively manage any risks to connectivity

• Travel to TfL depots/stations, including during night shifts on a rotating basis

• Ensure all work is carried out in line with TfL security and compliance protocols

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of IP schemes, subnets, gateways, VLANs, and port configuration

• Confident in identifying misconfigurations and proposing fixes in real-time

• Ability to interpret and work within complex public sector infrastructure and data environments

• Experience with physical network environments (routers, switches, patch panels, etc.)

• Comfortable working autonomously during night shifts when required

• Flexible, technically astute, and hands-on

Other

• Shift-based: One week of night shifts followed by one week off

• Requires flexibility for both day and night work depending on installation or maintenance schedules