> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3061749-it-infrastructure-network-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3061749-it-infrastructure-network-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Infrastructure Network Engineer - **Company:** South East Water - **Location:** Snodland, UK - **Salary:** £50,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Cloud Computing, Data Centers, Cryptographic Protocols, Ethernet, Network Security, Routing, Wide Area Networks, Network Routers, Gsuite, Legacy Systems - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/job/gb7b94a10afe4590064ae0fe6ad4edd496/eaa ## About the Role Field Experience: Proven experience with physical network installations, patching, and enclosure mounting. Protocol Expertise: Solid knowledge of routing, switching, and network security protocols. Versatility: Comfort working with low-voltage DC power systems and a "security-first" mentality. Communication Skills: The ability to collaborate closely with your site partner and explain technical solutions clearly to non-technical end-users. IT Savvy: Experience with Google Workspace/M365, cloud infrastructure (GCP/Azure/AWS), ITIL frameworks, or a background working within the water/utilities sector. Note: A full driving license and a willingness to travel across our regional sites are absolute essentials for this role. ## Description Are you a hands-on Network Engineer who thrives on the open road rather than being chained to a desk? Do you love the satisfaction of physical deployments, complex problem-solving, and seeing the direct impact of your work? We are launching a major, high-priority infrastructure overhaul across our remote sites, and we need a skilled engineer to grab their tools, partner up, and lead the charge from the front lines. Contract Details: Duration: 12 months fixed term, with potential for extension. Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Location & Setup: This is a field-based role, covering our entire South East geographical area. You will be part of dynamic, collaborative teams of two. The Mission: Dual-Project Deployment You won't just be maintaining the network; you will be actively transforming it. Working in a team of two, you will hit our various geographical sites to run two critical projects simultaneously: The NIS Project (Network Security): Install and deploy critical "box" network security hardware to safeguard our infrastructure against modern threats. The WAN Upgrade: Rip out and upgrade legacy systems to modern Wide Area Network (WAN) infrastructure, preventing critical telephone connectivity drops and ensuring our remote treatment and process sites stay online 24/7. What A Typical Week Looks Like This is a highly active, 37-hour-a-week field role where no two days are the same. Your main focus will be out on-site doing the heavy lifting of network engineering: On-Site Project Execution: Traveling across our regional estate to install, maintain, and decommission physical equipment at data centers and remote processing sites. Hardware & Cabling: Mounting network cabinets, switches, and routers (yes, you'll be using power tools!), and implementing new structured cabling solutions (Ethernet, Cat5e, Cat6a, and single/multimode fiber). Power & Protocol Management: Working hands-on with a mix of 230v AC, as well as 24v and 48v DC power systems used by low-voltage routers, switches, and sensors. High-Level Support: Backing up the IT Helpdesk by providing expert 2nd and 3rd line support to troubleshoot complex routing, switching, and security issues while on or off-site. 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