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IT Infrastucture Engineer
Job Posted: 20 hours ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Blackpool
Expire in: a month
Job Description
IT Infrastructure Engineer
Location: North West (Hybrid – UK-wide considered / 3 days onsite p/w)
Salary: Up to £55,000 + Benefits
Type: Permanent
Are you a hands-on Infrastructure Engineer with a passion for Azure, hybrid cloud environments, and resilient disaster recovery strategies? A fast-growing, multi-site food manufacturer is seeking a driven and ambitious individual to join their infrastructure team at a time of exciting transformation and growth.
The Company
This organisation is one of Europe’s most dynamic consumer goods groups, home to a collection of well-known heritage brands across the UK, Ireland, and continental Europe. With a portfolio spanning biscuits, snacks, condiments, and confectionery, their footprint includes over 15 UK sites and several international locations.
The business is currently undergoing a major IT transformation, unifying multiple local functions into a single, strategic IT structure, and you’ll play a central role in this transition.
The Role
As an IT Infrastructure Engineer, you’ll be a key contributor to the company’s cloud-first strategy, supporting the migration from traditional on-premise infrastructure into Azure, while also leading robust disaster recovery and backup processes.
You’ll work across multiple sites and systems, bridging legacy tech with modern cloud platforms. This is a hands-on role with real scope to shape the future of IT infrastructure across the group.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and support Azure data centre migrations, ensuring scalability and security
Maintain and optimise on-premise infrastructure (VMware/vSphere, Windows Server, physical data centres)
Deliver resilient disaster recovery and backup solutions (e.g., Veeam, Rubrik)
Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams across UK and EU sites
Support network infrastructure (LAN/WAN, routing, Cisco) as required
Travel to manufacturing and office locations (e.g. North West, East of England, Ireland) on occasion
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in Azure migration and cloud services
Strong technical background in VMware, Windows Server, and traditional infrastructure
Knowledge of backup and disaster recovery technologies
Comfortable with network fundamentals, such as routing, switching, Cisco
Hands-on, proactive attitude with strong communication and problem-solving skills
Based in the North West preferably, however UK-wide applicants will be considered
Willing to travel on occasion to other locations across the UK.
Interested?
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