At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to manage varied infrastructure projects and enhance security.
- Company: A thriving £100M+ manufacturing business with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Real career progression, structured training, and a strong bonus scheme.
- Other info: Perfect for those from an MSP background seeking diverse technical experiences.
- Why this job: Grow into an IT Manager role while tackling exciting tech challenges.
- Qualifications: Hands-on experience with Hyper-V, Windows Server, and Microsoft 365 required.
The predicted salary is between 50310 - 61490 £ per year.
Fancy being second-in-command on a genuinely varied infrastructure roadmap not just keeping the lights on? Our client, a £100M+ turnover manufacturing business, is looking for a hands-on Windows Infrastructure Engineer to join an 8-strong IT team supporting around 350 users. This is a third-line role acting as number two to the IT Manager, with a clear path to grow into that position. For candidates wanting to build real technical depth and leadership experience, this is a structured progression opportunity, with training provided in the areas needed to grow into the role. Applicants from a Managed Service Provider (MSP) background are especially welcome, given the pace and breadth of environments that experience provides.
What You'll Be Working On
- Server migration upgrading the estate from Windows Server 2019 to Windows Server 2025
- Hypervisor refresh Hyper-V refresh with 3-node storage clustering, disaster recovery, and Veeam backup
- Manufacturing network reconfiguration migrating the production plant network off Windows Server 2016, with a full network security upgrade to Server 2025
- Endpoint management company-wide rollout of ManageEngine Endpoint Central across ~350 users
- Cyber Essentials working towards accreditation, including training and securing devices business-wide
- Thin client replacement rolling out IGEL (or similar) across the business
- Door access project rolling out a new physical access control system
- Conditional access & security developing the company's security posture, including a wider Microsoft Defender rollout
- ERP support supporting the ERP Manager through a major ERP implementation
- Server builds new application servers, including Linux builds for the production line
- Longer term contributing to the company's evolving cloud strategy as it grows
What's Required
Essential:
- Strong hands-on experience with Hyper-V and server build/deployment
- Windows 11 and Windows Server (2019-2025)
- Server virtualisation configuration and administration
- Implementing and supporting Microsoft 365
- Managing an enterprise backup solution (Veeam)
- Solid Active Directory and core Microsoft services Group Policy, DNS, DHCP
- Mobile Device Management (Intune)
- Endpoint protection (Microsoft Defender)
- LAN/WAN troubleshooting, including routing and switching
Desirable:
- HND/degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent professional qualifications
- MSP background
- Performance monitoring tools experience
- Apple iPhone/iPad device management
- VPN knowledge, ideally with SonicWALL
- Teams Telephony configuration
Why This Role
- Real career progression into an IT Manager level role, not routine ticket-clearing
- Infrastructure, security, and business-critical projects from day one
- Structured training in Cyber Essentials, cloud strategy, and leadership as the successful candidate grows into the role
- Exposure to manufacturing and engineering environments a different challenge from a typical office IT role
- Strong bonus scheme
Apply now our client is looking to fill this role in August.
Infrastructure Engineer in Aylesbury employer: JWGC
As an Infrastructure Engineer at our company, you'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to supporting over 350 users, with ample opportunities for career progression and technical training in a thriving environment. Our commitment to employee growth is matched by a collaborative work culture that values innovation and hands-on experience, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in IT management.
