IT Network Engineer
Specialist Recruit Careers · Chessington, England ·
IT / Network Engineer Chessington, Surrey (hybrid) + worldwide travel £35,000–£45,000 + 10% bonus Permanent Fancy taking your networking skills somewhere a bit different? Think superyachts in shipyards across the world, not just server rooms in Surrey.
Our client is a specialist superyacht technology provider, part of a global maritime connectivity and managed IT services group. They're looking for a hands-on IT / Network Engineer to join a small, close-knit engineering team – splitting your time between remote support from the Chessington office and on-site projects on board vessels worldwide.
It's a varied, mid-level role where real-world experience counts for more than a wall of certificates. If you know your way around a CLI, enjoy owning a problem from alert to fix, and like the idea of a passport that gets used, this one's worth a look.
What you'll be doing 1st and 2nd line support for clients via email, WhatsApp and phone Proactive monitoring of onboard systems and client M365 tenants, with a focus on security Leading on-site network deployments and refits (Cisco, Fortinet, Netgear, Ubiquiti) – from termination to commissioning Onboard IT audits and surveys, plus pre-configuring kit before it ships Installing highly available VM infrastructure (Proxmox, VMware) Keeping documentation accurate and in line with what's actually installed What we're looking for 4+ years in Service Desk, MSP support or Field Service Engineering 2+ years configuring and troubleshooting networks via CLI (VLANs, trunks, LAGs, ACLs, STP) Solid firewall/UTM and SD-WAN experience Good knowledge of Windows Server, M365/Azure/Entra and security best practice Confident, clear communicator – comfortable with client management and vessel crew Able to travel worldwide at short notice Bonus points for maritime, VSAT (Intellian, Cobham Seatel) or SIP/PABX experience – but not essential What's in it for you £35,000–£45,000 depending on experience 10% discretionary bonus scheme (60% personal / 40% group objectives) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 6% employer pension contribution Private medical insurance (option to extend to family) and death in service at 4x salary – after probation Hybrid working – minimum 3 days in the Chessington office (usually Tue–Thu), 09:00–17:30 Worldwide travel with business expenses reimbursed Phone and laptop provided ...
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