Would you like to join us on our journey? Where striving for zero carbon isn’t just aspirational but a reality as part of our ‘Leading the North West to Zero Carbon’.
At Electricity North West, we thrive on being part of a customer focused team that likes to put their people first. We are committed to creating a sense of belonging for our colleagues and building teams that truly reflect the communities we serve. Our aim is to always encourage, support and develop our people to ensure everyone reaches their full potential.
We are looking for an experienced Data Network Engineer to join our Operational IT Team in Walkden.
Our role
The successful candidate will work in a team of highly skilled engineers and with supporting 3rd parties. This role will be responsible for the configuration, operation, maintenance and monitoring of Electricity North West corporate and operational voice & data networks, assets and services in line with all ENWL operating processes and procedures.
As the Data Network Engineer you will be required to work alongside all technical teams including Enterprise Architecture, Infrastructure, Apps and Telecoms as well as Cyber Security to ensure network security and operational integrity is maintained and to ensure that any new network services are integrated following relevant security standards and to IT best practice standards.
What we’re looking for
- A professional Networking qualification (I.e. CCNA, CCNP etc.);
- Proven history and skills in (essential);
- Design, configuration, installation, commissioning, operations and management of enterprise or carrier data networks and security applications with a strong working knowledge of networking protocols & services (switching, routing, load balancers, MPLS, VPLS) within a mixed environment of Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Citrix;
- Delivery and maintenance of networks supporting IP based Telephony solutions;
- Security technologies i.e. firewalls (Juniper/Cisco/Palo Alto), IDS;
- Dynamic routing protocol knowledge (iBGP/eBGP/OSPF);
- Providing day to day network management utilising available SNMP management platform (Solarwinds) and command line tools across a varied product set;
- Network Management systems support and service management;
- Utilising management platforms for the creation of management reports against existing SLAs;
- Demonstrable knowledge of Network security build and operations in line with externally recognised standards;
- Analytically minded with a structured approach to fault finding;
- Be an effective team player, with experience of working within a wider, multifunctional environment;
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of the ITIL IT service management methods, ideally with formal accreditation (desirable);
- Previous experience working within a segmented network (desirable);
- Be familiar with creating, raising and executing changes within the ITIL model;
- Enable to work to, and improve, IT best practices, including writing & improving design/network/standards documentation then owning;
- An excellent written and verbal communicator;
- Well-developed interpersonal skills required for liaison at all levels in the business;
- Demonstrate good influencing skills to ensure optimum delivery of project work;
- Hold a full, valid UK driving licence (essential).
What we’re offering
A salary of up to £55,000 (depending on experience) and a generous benefits package. We are committed to ensuring our people are supported and are proud of our reward and benefits offer, which includes:
- An annual bonus scheme
- Twenty-five days annual leave increasing with length of service
- Private healthcare
- An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
- A market-leading contributory pension scheme
- Employee assistance programme and opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.
We’re champions of the North West, and we’re proud that our electricity network connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between. A key part of the UK’s journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of our electricity industry, and as the region's network operator, it’s our responsibility to lead the way, help the North West to decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy. Together we have the energy to transform our communities. We are switched on. We are adaptable. We take pride.
Should you require any additional support with your application, or any adjustments please contact our Recruitment team at careers@enwl.co.uk or on 0845 366 0092 (option 2)
Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, BS7858 checks and a Drug & Alcohol test.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable.