Database Administrator (DBA)
Location: Leicester (Hybrid)
Security Clearance: SC eligible (mandatory)
Salary: £60,000-63,000

Make a Real Difference with Your Technical Expertise

We’re working with a client who are looking for an experienced Database Administrator to join a team whose work genuinely impacts people’s lives. Employees in this environment value their role because they know exactly where they’re working, who they’re supporting, and why it matters.
You’ll be supporting a bespoke, mission-critical system. Full training will be provided on the platform, but strong, proven DBA experience is essential.
Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain SC (Security Check) clearance with no restrictions.

This is a senior, hands-on DBA position supporting customer databases on a 24/7, 365 basis, operating at Tier 3-4 level.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring:

• Database performance, availability, and stability
• Seamless integration with customer systems
• A reliable, high-quality experience for end users

You’ll also act as a trusted technical advisor, helping clients and internal teams get maximum value from the platform.
Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and support customer databases in a 24/7 production environment
• Act as Tier 3-4 escalation for complex incidents and availability issues
• Analyse existing infrastructure and proactively improve performance and resilience
• Install, configure, and deploy systems into customer environments
• Support data migrations and system integrations
• Identify and implement automation, scripting, and process improvements
• Perform root cause analysis, owning issues through to resolution
• Collaborate closely with development and support teams
• Keep up to date with database technologies, tools, and best practices

Essential Experience & Skills

• Strong experience as a Database Administrator in enterprise or SaaS environments
• Excellent knowledge of relational databases and SQL
• Hands-on experience with MSSQL, Oracle, Sybase and/or MongoDB
• Proven experience in database performance tuning and query optimisation
• Experience using DB monitoring and performance tools (e.g. Ignite or equivalent)
• Experience across Linux/Unix and Windows environments (Solaris exposure desirable)
• Ability to write shell scripts for Unix/Linux
• A track record of owning production issues in high-availability systems
• Experience working to SLAs in 24/7 environments

Desirable (Not Essential)

• Experience supporting SaaS platforms, particularly security or endpoint technologies
• Understanding of data classification and DLP concepts
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar

Security Clearance Requirement
This role requires SC (Security Check) clearance.
You must:

• Be eligible to obtain SC clearance
• Have lived and worked in the UK for at least 5 years
• Have no known issues (financial, legal, residency) that would prevent clearance

Unfortunately, candidates unable to pass SC cannot be considered.

If you have the relevant experience and skills for this role, please apply using the link provided.

Own complex networks. Lead delivery on site. Be the expert customers trust as our Senior Network and Security Engineer.

At Intercity, we dont just keep networks running, we make them secure, resilient and fit for the future.

Were looking for a Senior Network & Security Engineer to take a leading technical role supporting a key customer site in Nuneaton. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role for an experienced engineer who enjoys ownership, problem-solving and delivering real outcomes.
Youll work across BAU support and project delivery, acting as a trusted technical presence on site and a go-to escalation point for complex network challenges.

About the role

This is a second-line and project-focused role, combining technical depth with strong customer engagement.

Youll be responsible for troubleshooting and resolving complex network issues, delivering network projects end-to-end, and ensuring the customers environment remains secure, stable and well-documented.

Youll operate with confidence and autonomy, knowing when to take the lead and when to collaborate with senior colleagues and youll play a key role in guiding and mentoring a more junior engineer on site.

This role is based primarily at a customer site in Nuneaton and requires someone who is comfortable being visible, accountable and trusted by stakeholders.

Key responsibilities as a Senior Network and Security Engineer:

• Act as a technical escalation point for complex network and security incidents
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues while managing priorities and SLAs
• Deliver network projects end-to-end, from design through to implementation, commissioning and UAT
• Configure, deploy and support enterprise network infrastructure, including:
  • Juniper switching, routing and firewalls
  • Aruba wireless controllers and access points
• Lead wireless deployment, optimisation and troubleshooting
• Own patching, upgrades and configuration changes across the estate
• Maintain clear, accurate network documentation and live ticket updates
• Build strong working relationships with customer stakeholders through clear, confident communication
• Mentor and guide a junior engineer, supporting their technical development
• Work independently on site while collaborating with wider Intercity delivery teams

Key Experience:

This role is suited to an experienced network engineer who is confident working in a customer environment and comfortable owning complex technical delivery.
Youll bring:

• Strong, hands-on experience in enterprise networking, with at least 2+ years in a dedicated networking role
• Proven experience working with Juniper and Aruba technologies
• The ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues under pressure
• Experience delivering technical projects alongside BAU support
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A structured, methodical approach to troubleshooting and documentation
• Confidence working independently while contributing as part of a wider team
• A proactive mindset and a genuine interest in continuous learning

Qualifications

• JNCIA, ACNT or a relevant degree (or equivalent practical experience)

What We Offer:

• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), with entitlement increasing by one day for each full calendar year employed, up to a maximum of five days.
• Annual pay reviews.
• Holiday buy scheme.
• All-company bonus scheme.
• Death in service cover.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Company pension.
• Active social calendar.
• A strong focus on developing our people.

About The Company

Intercity Technology provides reliable and secure technologies in communications, cloud, and managed services, with a big difference Intercity is a technology solutions partner that isnt all about tech. Its about a great bunch of people combining their passion, expertise, and dedication to deliver extraordinary results for businesses.
Our vision is to be the best technology partner to work for and with we are really proud of our achievements so far:

• Customer Net Promoter Score of +92
• Gold Award Investors in People Accreditation
• Employer of the Year 2025 - British Business Excellence Award
• Gold Eco Vadis rating - Among the Top 3% of Companies for Sustainability Performance

We select candidates with the right skills, experience, and values to join us and selection is based on a fair and equal process. Were proud to be committed to equal opportunities and welcome all applications. As a specialist in secure technology solutions, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks, so we can ensure compliance with our ISO27001 (Information Security) and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications. We are committed to using any personal information you may give us in a secure and proper manner, for more information please see our privacy policy on our website.

Location: Leicester
Salary: £44,000 per annum
Shifts: 2 days, 2 nights, 4 days off (06:0018:00 / 18:0006:00)

We are currently recruiting for a Multi Skilled Shift Engineer to join a well-established, fast-paced manufacturing site in Leicester. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that genuinely values safety, quality and teamwork, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and engineering excellence.

Working as part of a close-knit engineering team, you will play a key role in keeping production running smoothly. You will be responsible for both reactive and planned maintenance, ensuring minimal downtime and supporting the site in achieving its operational targets.

What youll be doing:

You will be working to a planned preventative maintenance schedule, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and in line with compliance requirements. Alongside this, you will respond to breakdowns across the site, diagnosing faults efficiently and carrying out repairs to get production back up and running as quickly as possible.

You will also take ownership of identifying root causes of issues, implementing corrective actions, and contributing to ongoing improvements across the plant. This role isnt just about fixing problems, its about preventing them.

Youll be carrying out statutory inspections, logging any remedial work required, and ensuring all records are kept up to date. Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and working within a 5S environment will be key.

Working closely with the Engineering Supervisor and Production teams, youll communicate effectively across departments, ensuring a seamless operation. You may also liaise with external contractors and specialists when required.

What were looking for:

Were looking for someone who is confident working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with a strong multi-skilled background across electrical and mechanical maintenance.

Youll be proactive in your approach, able to work on your own initiative, and comfortable taking the lead when needed. Strong fault-finding skills are essential, along with the ability to think logically under pressure.

A good understanding of health and safety is key, and you should feel confident raising concerns and contributing to a safe working environment.

Why apply:

This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where engineering is valued and supported. Youll be part of a team that takes pride in what they do, with the chance to contribute to real improvements across the site.

The shift pattern offers a great work-life balance, and the role provides long-term stability within a growing manufacturing environment.

We’re looking for a Commissioning Engineerto join our Severn Trent Contract based in Wanlip

Location: Wanlip

Hours: 45 hours per week -some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us

What will you be responsible for?

As a Commissioning Engineer you’ll support the successful delivery of Severn Trent’s wastewater and sludge treatment process plants starting with the Wanlip Green Recovery Scheme in Leicester, with opportunities to support other major UK wastewater treatment projects.

Your day to day will include:

• Delivering end-to-end electrical commissioning across wastewater and sludge treatment processes, including testing and commissioning of electrical power and ICA control systems.
• Identifying, faults and resolving electrical issues, completing accurate as-built drawings and ensuring full compliance with Electrical Site Safety Rules and H&S regulations.
• Conducting functional testing and start-upactivities, including PLC/SCADA signal checks, wet commissioning of mechanical equipment, and Site Acceptance Testing.
• Managing quality and handover documentation, ensuring all works meet project standards and maintaining accurate records within DALUX.
• Supporting programme, commercial and stakeholder coordination, including reporting, risk escalation, and effective collaboration with internal teams and supply chain partners.

What are we looking for?

• Qualified and certified electrical professional
• Strong technical electrical engineering background, including LV Authorised Person duties and experience supervising electrical installation on capital projects.
• Proven commissioning experience within wastewater or sludge treatment processes, with the ability to produce, check and complete commissioning documentation and test sheets.
• Excellent teamwork, safety and problem-solving skills, with a proactive, detail-focused approach and strong commitment to quality and customer service.

We’re all about finding potentialhere at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don’t tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat.

If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here.

There’s never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us!

Rewards and benefits
We’re proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.

Diversity and inclusion
Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We’re proud of the steps we’ve taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier’s diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier #LI-EB1

Job Title - Facilities Engineer

Location: Coalville, Leicestershire
Salary: £44,000
Shift: Monday to Friday (8:00am – 4:30pm)

Job Role of the Facilities Engineer

A great opportunity has become available for a Facilities Engineer to join a large, well-established industrial manufacturing site. Covering a 22,000 sqm facility, this role offers a stable working environment with a strong focus on planned maintenance, compliance, and continuous improvement.

This is an ideal position for a multi-skilled engineer with a mechanical bias who enjoys working across a wide range of site services and facilities systems.

You will be responsible for maintaining and improving all site facilities, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and full compliance with statutory requirements.

Industry – Industrial Manufacturing

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM, testing, and reactive maintenance across site facilities
• Maintain and repair mechanical systems and building services
• Perform basic electrical fault-finding and repairs
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and safety regulations
• Conduct and document inspections using CMMS systems
• Manage contractors, issue permits to work, and ensure safety standards are met
• Support energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives
• Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise operational disruption
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and decommissioning of assets
• Contribute to continuous improvement and reliability projects

Equipment You Will Work On

• HVAC systems
• Boilers, chillers, and compressed air systems
• Pumps, valves, pipework, and water services
• Electrical systems including lighting, distribution boards, and controls
• Fire alarms, emergency lighting, and sprinkler systems
• Pressure systems and water hygiene systems

Non-Negotiable Requirements

• Experience within a facilities or industrial engineering environment

Requirements for the Facilities Engineer

• Mechanical and basic electrical fault-finding skills
• Engineering qualification (apprenticeship highly desirable)
• Experience working in industrial/manufacturing environments

Desirable Experience

• Background in food or packaging industries
• Experience managing contractors and compliance systems

The Facilities Engineer Will Benefit From

• Working for a stable and established manufacturing business

• Monday–Friday days role (great work-life balance)

• Company benefits including:

• Pension

• Cycle to work scheme

• Gym membership

• On-site parking

• Referral programme

• Sick pay & wellness support

Opportunity to be part of future site development and improvements

Apply Now

If you are a hands-on Facilities or Maintenance Engineer looking for a stable, days-based role within a large industrial site, apply now to be considered.

Database Administrator (DBA)Location: Leicester (Hybrid)Security Clearance: SC eligible (mandatory)

Make a Real Difference with Your Technical Expertise

We’re working with a client who are looking for an experienced Database Administrator to join a team whose work genuinely impacts people’s lives. Employees in this environment value their role because they know exactly where they’re working, who they’re supporting, and why it matters.You’ll be supporting a bespoke, mission-critical system. Full training will be provided on the platform, but strong, proven DBA experience is essential.Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain SC (Security Check) clearance with no restrictions.

This is a senior, hands-on DBA position supporting customer databases on a 24/7, 365 basis, operating at Tier 3–4 level.You’ll play a key role in ensuring:

• Database performance, availability, and stability
• Seamless integration with customer systems
• A reliable, high-quality experience for end users

You’ll also act as a trusted technical advisor, helping clients and internal teams get maximum value from the platform.Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and support customer databases in a 24/7 production environment
• Act as Tier 3–4 escalation for complex incidents and availability issues
• Analyse existing infrastructure and proactively improve performance and resilience
• Install, configure, and deploy systems into customer environments
• Support data migrations and system integrations
• Identify and implement automation, scripting, and process improvements
• Perform root cause analysis, owning issues through to resolution
• Collaborate closely with development and support teams
• Keep up to date with database technologies, tools, and best practices

Essential Experience & Skills

• Strong experience as a Database Administrator in enterprise or SaaS environments
• Excellent knowledge of relational databases and SQL
• Hands-on experience with MSSQL, Oracle, Sybase and/or MongoDB
• Proven experience in database performance tuning and query optimisation
• Experience using DB monitoring and performance tools (e.g. Ignite or equivalent)
• Experience across Linux/Unix and Windows environments (Solaris exposure desirable)
• Ability to write shell scripts for Unix/Linux
• A track record of owning production issues in high-availability systems
• Experience working to SLAs in 24/7 environments

Desirable (Not Essential)

• Experience supporting SaaS platforms, particularly security or endpoint technologies
• Understanding of data classification and DLP concepts
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar

Security Clearance RequirementThis role requires SC (Security Check) clearance.You must:

• Be eligible to obtain SC clearance
• Have lived and worked in the UK for at least 5 years
• Have no known issues (financial, legal, residency) that would prevent clearance

Unfortunately, candidates unable to pass SC cannot be considered.

If you have the relevant experience and skills for this role, please apply using the link provided.

Job title: Infrastructure EngineerLocation: Leicester - 3 days a week onsiteSalary: Up to £45,000 + BenefitsStartdate: ASAPWorking hours: 9:00am - 5:30pm - 1 in 4 weeks on-call

We are partnering with a highly reputable organisation seeking an Infrastructure Engineer to assist in delivering a large onprem to cloud migration (Azure). The Infrastructure Engineer position offers a variety of responsibilities, with no two days being the same, giving you the opportunity to broaden your technical skill set to become a well-rounded IT professional.

The Infrastructure Engineer position is a technical, delivery-focused role within a hybrid environment. You will act as an escalation point for the 1 and 2 Line team, support day-to-day infrastructure operations, resolving complex technical issues and contributing to the stability and continuous improvement of their environment.

Furthermore, alongside the opportunity to work on a range of projects the 3 Line Engineer will have the chance to progress into a team leader as they increase the team.

Essentials - Infrastructure Engineer:

• Eligible for SC Clearance
• Networking
• Firewalls
• Windows Server
• Office 365 / AD
• Intune -
• Virtualisation

Desirables - Infrastructure Engineer:

• Azure
• PowerShell
• Linux
• Hyper-V

If you’re a motivated Infrastructure Engineer looking for a new challenge, please apply with your most up to date CV.

Leicester

4 On 4 Off Days and Nights

£52,000

Brand New Site!

Benefits

• Bupa health insurance Cash back scheme
• Brand new site Opportunity to work on state-of-the-art machinery that has been recently installed
• Death in service
• Wealth of overtime opportunities available
• Excellent up skilling opportunities through external training

We are looking for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join an established manufacturing business in the Leicester area. We have 2 existing sites already and are now recruiting for their brand-new manufacturing facility in the Northwest Leicester region.

As a company we are a household name in the area, founded over 100 years ago and with annual turnover in excess of £60m in a secure industry. We employ over 500 staff at one of our Leicester sites alone and this role has come available as a result of expanding into another facility

Your roles and responsibilities will include maintaining and repairing pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, motors, mixers, sensors, and relays. Youll be expected to follow closely the preventative maintenance plan and carry out general inspections. We have a great mixture of PPMs and reactive maintenance.

The successful Maintenance Engineer will be:

• Multi skilled maintenance engineer with either a mechanical or electrical bias, with a minimum of 3 years experience.
• Experience in an FMCG environment would be beneficial
• Qualified to a minimum of Level 3 in some form of maintenance discipline would be beneficial

Get in touch with Josh Sharkey regarding this maintenance engineers’ role or any other maintenance roles in the Leicestershire area.

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Job Advertisement: Systems Administrator

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Our client, a leading organization in the energy sector, is on the lookout for an enthusiastic Systems Administrator to join their dynamic Platforms team! If you are meticulous, a Master of Systems Administration, and thrive in a challenging environment, we want to hear from you!

Pay Rate: 200-250 per day Umbrella

Duration: 6 months

Location: Castle Donnington

Working Pattern: Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm, 1 day per week in office

Start date: ASAP

What You will Do:

As a Systems Administrator, you will be the point of reference for systems administration support within National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET). Your responsibilities will include:

• Contract and Project Management: Assist in managing and supporting contract variations and change control processes.
• Safety and Audit Processes: Ensure compliance with health and safety systems and audit protocols.
• Communication & Data Management: Prepare documentation and accurately input data into systems, ensuring timely updates.
• Cross-Functional Support: Provide administrative assistance across various NGET systems, enhancing performance in areas like Contract Management, Sustainability, Safety, and Quality.

Key Accountabilities:

• Function as a primary contact for systems administration within NGET.
• Manage licenses across various platforms and actively seek continuous improvements.
• Process requests for Single Sign-On (SSO) accounts for external users.
• Maintain and distribute workload across email folders, ensuring optimal system management.
• Manage SharePoint access while adhering to security protocols.
• Generate daily reports for various systems upon request.

What We are Looking For:

To thrive in this role, you should possess:

• Customer Focus: A strong commitment to providing excellent service.
• Knowledge of NEC Terminology: Familiarity with contract management and change management processes.
• Diligence: The ability to follow strict processes with accuracy.
• Commercial Experience: Background in a contractual or commercial environment is beneficial.

Qualifications:

• Essential: Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.
• Desirable: UK driving license is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Role: Play a crucial part in maintaining the systems that power our operations.
• Growth Opportunities: Be part of a team that values continuous improvement and professional development.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside talented professionals dedicated to excellence in the energy sector.

If you are ready to embark on a new adventure in your career, apply now! Send us your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you would be a great fit for our client’s team. Do not miss this chance to be a part of something big!

Join us in making a difference-your future starts here!

Please note if you do not hear back regarding your application within five working days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful currently, but we thank you for your interest.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

Trainee Network Admin – No Experience Needed

Looking for a career change? Maybe you’re already working but want a more technical role with better long-term prospects. Or you could be between jobs and ready for a fresh start in tech.

The ITOL Recruit Network Admin Job Programme is designed to help you move into a high-demand network engineering role, even if you have no prior experience.

Train online at your own pace and land your network engineering role in 1-3 months.

Please note this is a training course and fees apply

Job guaranteed - complete the programme and get a job or get your money back.

Our candidates earn £28,000-£50,000.

Why Network Administration?

Every business relies on secure, reliable networks to operate. From corporate offices to cloud-based environments, network engineers are essential to keeping systems connected, secure, and running efficiently.

This demand translates into strong salaries and long-term job security across industries worldwide.

How It Works

Step 1: CompTIA A+

Start with the fundamentals of IT systems, hardware, operating systems, and troubleshooting. This stage builds the core technical knowledge required to work in IT environments.

Step 2: CompTIA Network+

Develop the skills needed to configure, manage, and secure wired and wireless networks. You’ll cover networking concepts, infrastructure, troubleshooting, and security aligned with industry expectations.

Step 3: Practical Network Experience

You will apply your knowledge through live labs that reflect workplace environments, giving you the practical experience needed to move into a network-focused role.

Step 4 – Job Placement

Once qualified, our recruitment team works with you directly to prepare applications, set up interviews, and secure your first role in network engineering.

What You Get

• 100% online, self-paced training
• CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications
• Live labs for practical experience
• 1-on-1 tutor and recruitment support
• Job guarantee – get a job or your money back
• Starting salary of £28,000–£50,000

We Get You Hired

We’re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has 15+ years of experience and has placed over 5,000 people into new roles.

Our job programmes include certified tutors, UK-accredited qualifications, and one-on-one support from a recruitment adviser focused on placing you.

We don’t believe in empty promises. Complete our programme, follow the process, and if you don’t land a job, you get your money back.

“I expected it to be harder to get into network engineering. Three weeks after I finished the training, I was starting my first role.”– Priya S., Network Technician, Leicester

Ready to Start?

If you want to build technical skills and move into a network-focused role, this programme is designed to get you there.

Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.

Senior Infrastructure Engineer | Leicester | Hybrid | £50,000-£60,000

About the Role:We’re partnering with a highly reputable company based just outside of Leicester to find a talented Infrastructure Engineer. This is a hybrid position, offering 2 days from home after probation.

The Opportunity:As an Infrastructure Engineer, you’ll be a vital part of the team, working on exciting projects and ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of IT environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing, implementing, and maintaining server, network, and storage solutions for clients.
• Providing 3rd line support, resolving complex technical issues efficiently.
• Managing cloud and hybrid environments, including Azure.
• Monitoring and maintaining infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and security.
• Leading infrastructure migrations and upgrades with minimal downtime.
• Building strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs, and providing tailored solutions.
• Documenting technical processes and configurations for clarity and compliance.
• Keeping up-to-date with emerging technologies to recommend innovative solutions.

About You

We’re seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer with a strong technical foundation, a proactive mindset, and a deep understanding of enterprise networking. You’ll be comfortable operating in complex environments, troubleshooting critical issues, and working closely with clients and stakeholders.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Proven experience in a Senior Infrastructure Engineer or similar role within complex IT environments.
• Advanced knowledge of Windows Server operating systems and core infrastructure services.
• Strong hands-on experience with virtualisation technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
• Deep expertise in networking, including design, configuration, and troubleshooting of:
  • Firewalls (Fortinet, Cisco ASA, or similar)
  • Routers and switches (Cisco preferred)
  • VLANs, VPNs, routing protocols, and network security principles
• Solid experience with cloud platforms, particularly Microsoft Azure, including hybrid network integrations.
• Experience implementing and supporting backup and disaster recovery solutions in enterprise environments.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex network and infrastructure issues under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft, Cisco CCNA/CCNP, VMware) are highly desirable.

Senior Infrastructure Engineer | Leicester | Hybrid | £50,000-£60,000

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Infrastructure Engineer | Leicester | Hybrid | £45,000-£50,000

About the Role:We’re partnering with a highly reputable company based just outside of Leicester to find a talented Infrastructure Engineer. This is a hybrid position, offering 2 days from home after probation.

The Opportunity:As an Infrastructure Engineer, you’ll be a vital part of the team, working on exciting projects and ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of IT environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing, implementing, and maintaining server, network, and storage solutions for clients.
• Providing 3rd line support, resolving complex technical issues efficiently.
• Managing cloud and hybrid environments, including Azure.
• Monitoring and maintaining infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and security.
• Leading infrastructure migrations and upgrades with minimal downtime.
• Building strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs, and providing tailored solutions.
• Documenting technical processes and configurations for clarity and compliance.
• Keeping up-to-date with emerging technologies to recommend innovative solutions.

About You:We’re looking for someone with a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a client-focused mindset. To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Proven experience in a similar Infrastructure Engineer role.
• In-depth knowledge of Windows operating systems.
• Hands-on experience with virtualisation technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
• Expertise in networking, including firewalls, routers, and switches (Cisco or Fortinet preferred).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms - Azure.
• Experience with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Understanding of backup and disaster recovery solutions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft, Cisco, VMware) are advantageous.

Infrastructure Engineer | Leicester | Hybrid | £45,000-£50,000

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Job Title: Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Leicester, UK (Hybrid Working)

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

We’re looking for someone with a passion for technology and a solid understanding of both cloud and on-premise environments. You’ll play a vital role in maintaining, supporting and optimising core systems that keep the business running efficiently and securely.

Key Skills:

• Windows Server
• Azure
• Virtualisation

The Role

As part of a small but highly skilled team, you’ll work across a broad range of technologies, supporting and improving enterprise-level infrastructure. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Supporting and maintaining Microsoft technologies (Exchange, Active Directory, SharePoint, Teams, Windows Server).
• Managing cloud-based solutions in Microsoft Azure.
• Administering virtualised environments using VMware.
• Assisting in the development and testing of disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Writing and maintaining automation scripts using PowerShell.
• Ensuring security best practices are followed across all infrastructure layers.

About You

We’re looking for someone with strong problem-solving skills, a proactive mindset, and the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team. You’ll ideally have experience across at least three of the key technical areas above, along with:

• A logical and analytical approach to troubleshooting.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to adapt quickly in a fast-moving environment.
• A desire to stay current with new technologies and industry trends.

If you’re ready to join a collaborative and supportive team where you’ll have real ownership and opportunities to grow, apply today - we’d love to hear from you.

Build Reliability Engineer (BRE)

Focus: Operational / Build Support

Role Overview

The Build Reliability Engineer (BRE) is a hands-on, operational role responsible for the day-to-day health and stability of the build farm. Acting as the first point of contact for build failures, the BRE focuses on monitoring, triage, investigation, and clear communication-ensuring issues are understood, routed correctly, and resolved efficiently.

This position is support- and operations-focused, embedded in the build farm environment, and works closely with development, QA, and infrastructure teams. It is not responsible for designing, rebuilding, or owning CI/CD pipelines.

What This Role Is

• Operational and support-oriented
• Focused on monitoring, triage, investigation, and reporting
• Embedded in the build farm day-to-day
• Front-line support for developers across multiple disciplines
• Hands-on with build outputs, logs, and failure analysis

What This Role Is Not

• A CI/CD engineering or pipeline design role
• Responsible for redesigning or rebuilding build systems
• Driving large-scale CI/CD transformation initiatives
• A senior, architectural, or strategy-focused position

Typical Day-to-Day Activities

• Monitor build pipelines and build farm output throughout the day
• Act as first-line support when builds fail or behave unexpectedly
• Investigate failures by reviewing logs, diagnostics, and build behaviour
• Identify recurring issues, instability patterns, and systemic problems
• Triage failures and determine likely root causes (code, configuration, environment, tooling)
• Collate findings and provide clear, actionable feedback to relevant teams
• Work closely with developers, QA, and infrastructure teams to support resolution
• Provide regular updates on build health and escalate critical issues where required
• Maintain lightweight documentation covering common issues and troubleshooting steps

Key Responsibilities

Build Monitoring & Support

• Continuously monitor build outputs and overall build health across the studio

Front-Line Triage & Investigation

• Serve as the first responder for build failures
• Analyse logs, build results, and system outputs to identify likely causes

Operational Diagnostics

• Identify patterns and trends in build failures, instability, or performance issues

Collaboration & Facilitation

• Partner with development, QA, and infrastructure teams to support issue resolution
• Ensure problems are clearly understood and actionable

Communication & Reporting

• Clearly communicate build status, incident details, and investigation findings to stakeholders

Documentation

• Maintain simple operational documentation, troubleshooting guides, and known-issue references

Tools & Technologies

Experience with any two of the following is sufficient:

• CI / Build Systems: TeamCity (monitoring and operational usage; no pipeline ownership required)
• Source Control: Perforce
• Game Engines: Unreal Engine 4 or 5

Deep CI/CD configuration, pipeline design, or platform engineering experience is not required.

Skills & Experience Required

• Typically 3-5 years experience in a build support, build engineering, or operational reliability role
• Strong understanding of how build farms and build pipelines operate
• Proven experience monitoring and triaging build failures
• Comfortable analysing logs, diagnostics, and build outputs
• Familiarity with automated build processes and basic testing concepts
• Some exposure to debugging and coding (C# and/or C++) to understand failure causes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Clear communicator with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, support-driven environment

Ideal Background Profiles

• Build Engineer (support-focused)
• Build Support Engineer
• CI / Build Operations Engineer
• Technical Support Engineer with strong build farm exposure

We’re recruiting for a Database Administrator (DBA) to join our well established and respected client based in Leicester on a full time, permanent basis.

Location: Hybrid working options (3 days in the Leicester office).

Salary: 60,000 - 63,000 per annum (depending on experience).

The Role:

As a DBA, you will maintain and support customer databases on a 24/7 365 basis. You will oversee supporting the technical services infrastructure at Tier 3-4. Providing a seamless flow of information to the customers’ system, considering both backend data structure and frontend accessibility for end-users. Ensuring successful integration within the clients existing systems and focusing on maximising the value clients receive from the products & services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understanding client needs, gathering requirements, and designing customised solutions to address specific challenges.
• Installing, configuring, and deploying company products or services in client environments.
• Assisting with data transfer from existing systems to the new solution.
• Integrating the company’s product with other client systems and applications.
• Assessment of current applications infrastructure architecture. Identify solutions to improve application availability and stabilise applications to improve customer experience.
• Enhance operational efficiencies and effectiveness via tools, scripts, workflow, technology, and process improvements.
• Technical lead and Tier 3-4 support for critical availability issues. Helps troubleshoot complex technical problems and provides operational crisis management.
• Maintain and support operational tools which will include 24/7 support according to agreed SLA.
• Staying current with the latest product features, industry trends, and best practices.
• Serve as a trusted DB advisor to clients, offering strategic guidance, best practices, and insights to help them derive the maximum value from our product.
• Collaborate with the development and support teams, promptly escalating and resolving technical issues or system discrepancies to maintain smooth operations for clients.

Your Skills and Experience:

• Excellent knowledge of relational database concepts and SQL.
• Knowledgeable with database performance tools such as Ignite.
• Experience with the following OS: Solaris, Linux, and Windows.
• Hands on experience with the following: MSSQL, Oracle, Sybase, MongoDB.
• Experience with writing shell scripts for Unix/Linux.
• Experience in query optimisation.
• 3+ years of experience in deep database analysis and database performance improvements.
• Assumes ownership of problems, root cause analysis and resolution.

If you are looking for the next step in your career with a reputable and well-established company, apply for this role now!

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EUC Engineer (Laptop Support & Build)
Contract: 4 Months
Rate: 170 per day (Inside IR35)
Location: Onsite - 5 days per week
Clearance: Must be eligible for BPSS

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading IT services provider for an experienced EUC Engineer to support a large-scale end-user computing environment. This role will focus heavily on laptop builds, deployments, and user support, ensuring a smooth and efficient service for end users.

Key Responsibilities

-Build, configure, and deploy laptops to end users
-Provide hands-on support for hardware and software issues
-Troubleshoot and resolve EUC-related incidents efficiently
-Manage device imaging and rebuilds
-Maintain accurate records of assets and support tickets
-Deliver excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment

Key Skills & Experience

-Proven experience in EUC / Desktop Support roles
-Strong laptop build and deployment experience
-Knowledge of Windows OS, imaging tools, and device configuration
-Experience supporting end users in an enterprise environment
-Strong troubleshooting and communication skills

If you’re a proactive EUC Engineer with strong build and support experience looking for your next contract, apply now.

ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We are working with a globally recognised, high-growth technology business within the transport sector to recruit an experienced Systems Engineer - Linux based in Ashby-de-la-Zouch.

This is a technically varied job suited to someone who enjoys hands-on work across both software and hardware, with a genuine interest in connected vehicle and transport systems. Long-term, the role carries a clear progression pathway to Senior Systems Engineer as the team continues to grow.

Responsibilities of the Systems Engineer - Linux job based in Ashby-de-la-Zouch:

• Configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Linux-based and embedded systems
• Managing and optimising network infrastructure including routers, switches, and wireless devices
• Implementing and deploying VPN technologies, with a focus on WireGuard
• Interacting with cloud services across Azure and AWS environments
• Performing batch configuration across multiple field-deployed devices
• Conducting hardware setup, fault diagnosis, and functional testing
• Producing engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and system schematics
• Delivering remote support and software deployments to field engineers and end users

Skills and experience required for the Systems Engineer - Linux job based in Ashby-de-la-Zouch:

• Strong working knowledge of Linux administration - this is essential
• Solid understanding of IP networking, routing, firewalls, and subnetting
• Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting routers and network appliances
• Experience with hardware testing, system validation, and quality assurance
• Ability to produce clear engineering drawings (Visio, Draw.Io, or CAD)
• Experience providing remote technical support and distributed deployments
• Strong analytical thinking and communication skills
• Background in automotive, telecommunications, or a similar technical sector is advantageous

Desirable but not essential skills:

• Experience with transportation tech: DVR/NVR systems, passenger WiFi, counting sensors, or on-board displays
• Knowledge of OpenWRT or embedded Linux firmware development
• Scripting skills in Bash or Python for automation tasks
• Exposure to IoT, edge networking, or vehicle-based connectivity
• Familiarity with WireGuard or other modern VPN technologies

If this Systems Engineer - Linux job based in Ashby-de-la-Zouch could be of interest, send your CV to (url removed) or call Ben on (phone number removed) for more details.

Your new company
Hays Recruitment have partnered with Leicestershire County Council in the search for a Senior Technical Specialist with strong knowledge of firewalls, ideally with Cisco knowledge.

As the SME in the team, you will lead on the operational management and administration of the corporate firewall infrastructure. Working alongside other specialists, you will bring extensive firewall skills and expertise to help support this critical infrastructure.Mentoring and guiding technical specialists and other technical staff is key as part of the knowledge sharing ethos within the team.

You will also be expected to co-ordinate small teams of technicians to deliver new services and service improvements.
Your new role will involve

• To own, support, install and administer corporate firewall and perimeter security solutions
• Liaise with customers and appropriate IT staff
• Advise on technical and security standards to ensure compliance, security of systems and services to maintain high service availability.
• The role will involve a varying combination of line management duties and in-depth technical knowledge and understanding across a range of IT infrastructure services.
• To co-ordinate small teams of technicians across I&T to deliver new services and service improvements.
• Work in a technical operations team that is responsible for the following technologies:
• Hyper-Converged Systems (HCI)
• Infrastructure Security
• SQL Database Administration
• System Backup Management & Administration
• Server administration (Windows, Solaris, Linux, VMWare)
• File Structure and Permission Management
• Facilities Management
• Security Testing
• Disaster Recovery

What you need to succeed

• In depth experience of firewalls, ideally Cisco / Checkpoint
• Demonstrable experience in perimeter security
• Demonstrable experience with the principles and concepts of firewalls
• Experience upgrading, managing and monitoring firewalls
• Strong understanding of storage infrastructure
• Strong understanding of virtual infrastructure
• MS knowledge
• Strong desire to future proof perimeter security against future threats
• Ability to mentor and knowledge share

There will be occasional out of hours requirements for planned works or major incidents, therefore you will need to be within an hour of the location and have your own transport.
Sponsorship is not available for this role

What you need to do now
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Your new company
Hays Recruitment have partnered with Leicestershire County Council in the search for a Senior Technical Specialist with a strong knowledge of Unified Comms.
As the SME in the team, you will own and be responsible for the provision of maintenance, support, development and consultancy for specific technology stacks within the Unified Comms infrastructure to ensure that IT system services remain stable, reliable and resilient in a cost-effective manner.
Mentoring and guiding technical specialists and other technical staff is key as part of the knowledge-sharing ethos within the team.
You will also be expected to co-ordinate small teams of technicians to deliver new services and service improvements.
Your new role will involve

• Own, support, install and implement IT infrastructure solutions related to Unified Comms and Corporate email delivery.
• Liaise with team members, the wider IT department and our customers
• Advise on technical and security standards to ensure compliance, security of systems and services to maintain high service availability.
• The role encompasses all aspects of networking, including
• Network related Security
• Cloud, Hosted and SaaS, PaaS & IaaS Services
• Telephony & Unified Communications
• Messaging & Email Services
• Identity Management
• Load Balancing & Certificate Management
• Windows Server Administration
• Disaster Recovery
• Remote Access Services
• Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM)

What you need to succeed

• In-depth experience of Unified Comms, ideally in a public sector organisation
• Demonstrable experience in messaging, Exchange and O365
• Demonstrable experience and understanding of secure email gateways
• Strong understanding of email routing
• Ability to demonstrate awareness of the end-to-end Unified Comms stack
• The ability to manage the life cycle and become an expert in your tech stack
• Knowledge of Microsoft, Oracle, Solaris, Linux and VMWare is advantageous.
• Strong desire to future-proof perimeter security against future threats
• Ability to mentor and knowledge share

There will be occasional out of hours requirements for planned works or major incidents, therefore you will need to be within an hour of the location and have your own transport.
Sponsorship is not available for this role

What you need to do now
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Your new company
Hays Recruitment have partnered with Leicestershire County Council in the search for a Technical Specialist with knowledge of firewalls. This is an ideal role if you are looking to expand and develop your knowledge of firewalls with plenty of development opportunities.

Working as part of a team of 4, you will be responsible for maintaining and supporting the IT infrastructure to ensure that services are reliable, resilient and provide value for money. You will be primarily responsible for the management, monitoring and upgrading of both on-prem and virtual firewalls and perimeter security. You will be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of the concept and principles of firewalls. The team has a strong ethos of knowledge sharing to support your development.
Your new role will involve:
The role encompasses the following

• Support, configure and administer corporate firewall and perimeter security platforms
• Liaise with customers and appropriate IT staff
• Follow technical and security standards to ensure cost-effective, secure and high availability of systems.
• Support, install and implement IT infrastructure solutions
• Configure, test and install operating systems and hardware using supplier recommendations and best practice across a range of platforms.
• Assist in the design and build process of IT infrastructure solutions
• Work in a team of IT technicians with a broad range of technologies including:
• Hyper-Converged Systems (HCI)
• Infrastructure Security
• SQL Database Administration
• System Backup Management & Administration
• Server administration (Windows, Solaris, Linux, VMWare)
• File Structure and Permission Management
• Facilities Management
• Security Testing
• Disaster Recovery

What you need to succeed:

• Strong understanding and interest in firewalls and networks
• Demonstrable experience in perimeter security
• Demonstrable experience with the principles and concepts of firewalls
• Experience upgrading, managing and monitoring firewalls
• Understanding of storage infrastructure
• Understanding of virtual infrastructure
• MS / SQL knowledge

There will be occasional out of hours requirements for planned works or major incidents, therefore you will need to be within an hour of the location and have your own transport.
Sponsorship is not available for this role

What you need to do now

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Location: Leicestershire, hybrid Salary: circa £70,000 - £80,000 Summary: We are looking for a hands-on Data Engineer to lead the build of a modern AWS-based data platform, taking ownership from core infrastructure through to curated, business-ready datasets. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and operate a scalable AWS data platform, including storage, compute, security, and monitoring Develop robust, idempotent ETL pipelines across diverse data sources (APIs, databases, files, and event streams) Implement medallion architecture (bronze, silver, gold) to transform raw data into high-quality, analytics-ready datasets Establish infrastructure-as-code and CI/CD practices to ensure reproducibility and continuous improvement Own data modelling, master data management, and aggregation layers to support reporting, analytics, and ML use casesSkills and Experience: Proven experience building and running production data platforms on AWS end-to-end, ideally in a multi-site business environment Strong proficiency in Python and SQL, with hands-on experience in Spark/PySpark and modern table formats (e.g. Delta Lake, Iceberg, Hudi) Expertise in AWS data services (e.g. S3, Glue, Redshift, Lambda, Step Functions, Kinesis) and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform or CDK) Experience with workflow orchestration tools such as Airflow or similar Ability to design scalable architectures, make pragmatic trade-offs, and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersProcessing Your Data Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so. Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations. All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role