network engineer Remote
Job description
First Rail is one of the UK's most experienced rail operators and a leading provider of transport services across the UK, carrying more than 345m passengers across three franchises (Great Western Railway, South Western Railway and Avanti West Coast) and our open access operators (Hull Trains and Lumo). We operate all types of passenger railways - intercity, commuter, regional and sleeper services. Our 30,000 colleagues work across the UK to provide easy and convenient mobility, improving quality of life by connecting people and communities. At First Rail, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Network Engineer to join our team. The Network Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our organisations network infrastructure. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of network protocols, hardware, and software, and have a strong background in network administration and troubleshooting. They should be able to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure the stability, security, and optimal performance of our network.
- Implement and maintain the organisation's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and other network infrastructure components.
- Monitor network performance and ensure its availability, reliability, and scalability.
- Identify and resolve network issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement appropriate solutions.
- Implement and maintain network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement network infrastructure for new projects or system upgrades.
- Conduct regular network assessments and audits to identify areas for improvement and optimise network performance.
- Develop and maintain network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures.
- Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend innovative solutions and improvements for the network infrastructure.
- Provide technical guidance and support to other team members and end-users regarding network-related queries and issues.
- May require out of hours work and travelling to office locations
- Relevant certifications CCNA or higher.
- Proven work experience of 3 years or more, as a Network Engineer or similar role, with a strong background in network administration and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP), network architecture, and network security principles.
- Experience with configuring and managing network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
- Familiarity with network monitoring tools and performance optimisation techniques.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve network-related issues.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills to maintain accurate network documentation.
- Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and learn new concepts quickly.
Joining our team as a Network Engineer offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the design and maintenance of a robust network infrastructure that supports our organisations operations. If you are a motivated and skilled professional with a passion for networking, we look forward to receiving your application.
- Minimum of 10% contribution to your Pension (5% employer and 5% employee)
- 25 days Holiday plus National Bank Holidays
- Travel Offers for Bus and Rail*
- Shopping Discounts including discounts and cashback on electrical goods, your weekly shop, holidays, cinema trips, car insurance, upgrading your mobile and lots more
- All employee Share Schemes*
- Buy as You Earn – allows you to buy shares each month, with 2 free ‘matching' shares for each 3 shares you buy. You can vary the amount you save or stop it at any time. You need to participate in the scheme for at least 3 years to receive the matching shares*
- Employee Assistance Helpline – free, confidential employee support service provided by an independent provider
- Payroll Giving – donate directly from your pay to a Charity of your Choice
- After 6 months employment
FirstGroup plc welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual orientation or age. We aspire to be a diverse and inclusive organisation because we believe that diversity brings benefits for our customers, communities and our people. Valuing our differences and drawing on our collective knowledge and experience helps us develop new services, open up new markets and broaden our customer base.
