Server Engineer

This is an exciting role and opportunity to become part of our expanding IT Services Team in a fast-paced and diverse environment. As the server engineer you will work in a third line team of four on a range of equipment and support the 1st line team of 5 technicians with escalations related to the server infrastructure.

What will you be doing?

• Installing new hardware and coming up with design solutions for new requirements or to improve/update existing systems. This will cover Windows Server 2016 and above, Dell rack servers, Synology NAS storage and VMware and Hyper V.
• Carrying out “business as usual” functions such as backups and monitoring and working with the team generally to improve resilience and security.

As the successful candidate you will:

• Ideally have Microsoft Server certifications.
• Ideally have a minimum of two years’ experience in a similar role with good troubleshooting skills, technical knowledge and a service-driven attitude.
• Have strong knowledge with IT troubleshooting (hardware and software) and experience with Server 2016, 2019 & 2022.
• Have proven experience of resolving complex problems.
• Have good communication skills, the ability to work under pressure either in a team or independently.
• Be able to work flexibly, there will be a requirement to work on some or all Saturdays to carry out service impacting works. This can be discussed further at interview and would be a mix of remote and onsite working.

We have some amazing benefits on offer:

• Member of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Excellent Annual Leave Entitlements, including Bank Holidays and Christmas Closure.
• Discount on Major Retailers via BCoT App.
• Free Onsite Parking.
• Free On-site Gym.
• Nursery, Restaurants, Barbering & Hair & Beauty Discounts.
• Season Ticket Loans (restrictions apply).
• Cycle to Work Scheme (restrictions apply).
• Opportunity to complete professional qualifications relevant to your position at no additional cost (restrictions apply).
• Christmas Staff Luncheon.
• 24 hour access to EAP.
• Free Annual Flu Jab.

Basingstoke College of Technology is a leading and well-respected further education college situated in North Hampshire, easily accessible and with excellent transport links to surrounding areas. We provide a wide range of technical training courses, have an extensive apprenticeship programme and an increasing portfolio of Higher Education courses. BCoT is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. The college is rated Good by Ofsted, with Outstanding features, has continued to improve since its last inspection and has maintained outstanding financial health for many years. BCoT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its learners, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure (payable by the candidate) as well as providing proof of the right to work in the UK.