Environments Engineer (12 month FTC) in Southampton

Carnival UK is a leading name in the holiday sector, dedicated to delivering unforgettable holiday happiness to our guests. Our success is built on a foundation of diverse talents and perspectives, and we believe in fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

In our continuous journey of growth and innovation at Carnival UK, we are seeking an Environments Engineer to bring fresh insights and expertise to our Technology department.

Responsibilities

• Operationally supporting non-production and test environments, including building Windows Server VMs and coordinating with test managers to provision correctly configured test environments.
• Supporting the smooth transition of non-production environments as part of a wider vCenter migration programme.
• Performing root cause analyses for functional and performance issues in non-production environments.
• Fulfilling a variety of non-production environment-related requests from teams across the Digital & Technology Office.
• Helping to improve the way our environments operate through automation, optimisation and standardisation.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues in Infrastructure, Engineering, Architecture and Operations.

This role is positioned at CUK09 level within our organisation and is available on a full-time, fixed-term basis for 12 months. We offer hybrid work including up to two days from home.

What You'll Bring

• Strong experience with Windows Server and VMware (vSphere, vCenter).
• Ability to automate Windows and VMware processes (e.g., PowerShell, scripting, Red Hat Ansible).
• Knowledge of operating system lifecycle management, including patching and deployment automation of Windows VMs.
• Experience migrating workloads across vCenters.
• Familiarity with ITSM and change management processes and cross-team collaboration.
• Exposure to Kubernetes, Terraform, containerisation or infrastructure-as-code tools.
• Working knowledge of RDMS technologies such as MS SQL and Oracle and load balancing technologies such as Nginx/F5.
• Certifications in Microsoft or VMware technologies are beneficial.
• Appetite for working in automation-first environments and finding smarter ways to deliver.

About You: The Ideal Candidate

• Displays a proactive, can-do attitude and takes ownership of tasks.
• Demonstrates accountability and follows through on commitments.
• Collaborates effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Seeks continuous improvement and remains calm under pressure.

Application Guidance

Diversity is our strength, and we encourage applications from those with varied experiences, whether you meet every listed requirement or not. If you’re passionate about technology and looking for an opportunity to grow, we’d love to hear from you.

Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we may close applications earlier than advertised. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to become part of a team dedicated to creating unforgettable holiday happiness. Apply today to start your journey with us.

Why Join Us?

Working with us means more than just a role in technology. It’s about being part of a team that values well-being and personal growth. Here’s what we offer:

• Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers
• Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading scheme
• Recognition scheme with prizes and awards
• Extensive learning and development opportunities
• Company paid Health Cash Plan and health assessment

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