Infrastructure Engineer - Walsh Employment : Job Details

Infrastructure Engineer

Location: West Manchester - 4 Days Onsite, 1 Day Remote (Flexible)

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

Our client is a leading UK-based importer and distributor, specialising primarily in wine and operating a successful online store. With a team of 10 IT professionals and a positive, collaborative workplace culture, they are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to act as the final escalation point between the IT Manager and the 2nd Line Support team.

This is a great opportunity to join a business that values its people, celebrates success, and offers both flexibility and long-term development.

Key Requirements: We are looking for an experienced IT professional who thrives in a hands-on environment and is comfortable working across both on-premises and cloud-based technologies. To succeed in this role, you must have:

· Strong experience with VMWare (ESX 8.0+ desirable)

· Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Windows Server 2019 or later, and Active Directory

· Working knowledge of Intune for device and update management

· Experience with on-premise infrastructure management and support

Desirable (experience with some of the following):

· Cisco networking equipment and general networking knowledge

· Azure / Entra / O365 security management

· Veeam backup and restore solutions

· Linux systems (e.g., Suse SLES 15, Ubuntu, Rocky, CentOS)

· Microsoft online admin tools (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint)

· Storage solutions: Nimble/Alletra, Windows File Servers, OSNexus

· Network and security technologies: Fortinet firewalls, Ubiquiti, Nexus/Catalyst switches, WiFi networks, structured cabling, and fibre optics

Role & Responsibilities: As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will:

· Act as a senior escalation point for 1st and 2nd line technical queries

· Resolve 3rd line tickets efficiently and accurately

· Provide support and mentoring to junior team members

· Design and maintain technical processes, procedures, and documentation

· Manage and deploy Azure services and ensure M365/Intune security compliance

· Support both cloud and on-prem infrastructure including backups, version control, and monitoring

· Contribute to a collaborative team culture that values open communication and continuous improvement

Benefits & Perks: The company offers a generous range of perks that go beyond the standard:

· Generous holiday allowance, increasing with service

· Christmas company day off to spend with loved ones

· Exclusive discounts on wine and spirits

· Flexible working, including hybrid arrangements

· Life assurance cover after 3 months

· 'Recommend a friend' scheme

· Access to mental health support, counselling, and wellbeing apps

· Health checks and lifestyle support (e.g., stop smoking advice)

· Funded training and apprenticeships

· Opportunities to participate in wine and spirit tastings

· Free on-site parking and EV charging points

· Involvement with local community events and sports sponsorships

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Infrastructure Engineer to take the next step in their career in a supportive and engaging environment. If you're ready to bring your expertise to a high-performing team in a thriving business, we’d love to hear from you.