IT Project Engineer
Job Introduction
We are seeking an IT Project Engineer to join our team based from our Head Office in London Bridge (remote & onsite working) for a 12 month FTC.
The purpose of the role is to provide technical skills and insight to support the delivery of projects within the organisation.
The role will co-ordinate with the IT Support, Network and Cyber Security teams, gathering and sharing technical information, configuring, testing, undertaking troubleshooting tasks and documenting configurations, to ensure a stable and secure delivery of project objectives.
Tasks will range from implementation and changes on desktops, servers, network cabling and switches, station devices e.g. Gateline or ticket system integrations, and Wireless access points.
You will also need to available for a combination of remote and onsite work, across London, Kent and East Sussex, as required by the projects, with the possibility of out of hours and weekend work where required.
The Ideal Candidate
To be considered for this role you will need to demonstrate the following in your application;
- Experience of working in 3rd line or project delivery/support role (or equivalent)
- Demonstrable understanding of Networking (LAN and WAN)
- Driven individual with a ‘can do’ attitude that engenders confidence, respect and support.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good prioritising skills and the ability to meet targets
- MCSE, MS-Azure qualification or equivalent (desirable)
Package Description
Southeastern recognises the value of every individual employee and offers benefits that reflect this.
As well as a generous salary, we offer an comprehensive benefits package which includes;
- A Contributory Final Salary Pension Scheme
- Free rail travel on Southeastern and GTR rail services (extends to family members for leisure/educational travel)
- After a qualifying period, reduced rate travel on other train operators, including European services
- Up to 25 days annual leave entitlement (plus bank holidays)
- Private healthcare
- Access to an array of discounts for retail and leisure products through our benefits scheme.
- Family friendly benefits including enhanced maternity/paternity leave, parental leave and carers leave.
About the Company
About Southeastern
Southeastern runs train services into London from Kent and East Sussex, operating almost 1,700 trains a day, carrying more than 400,000 passengers, serving 176 stations and covering 540 miles of track.
Just over 4,600 employees - mostly from the communities that we serve - work together to provide this vital service and we are looking to expand our successful team. We have a strong set of values that shape the way we run our business and guide our staff in delivering what our customers need. These are:
- We aim to be the best
- We make the difference together
- We care passionately about our people and our passengers
We are committed to being an inclusive employer, creating a workplace where everyone can come to work, feel safe and comfortable and able to do everything to the best of their ability. Read about some of the great Diversity and Inclusion initiatives our Head of Colleague Experience has been leading on here.
We recognise the positive value of diversity and it matters to us that our teams reflect the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
We are also proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women. If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and initiatives here.
If you have been unsuccessful in the recruitment process for the same/similar position you will not be eligible to apply for a period of 6 months from that date.
All offers of employment are subject to us obtaining satisfactory references (covering all education, training, employment and unemployment in the preceding 5 years and any previous railway employment). We will also complete right to work in the UK and criminal record checks. This is to ensure we are employing the best person for the role and to protect our customers, colleagues and our reputation. We are unable to offer sponsorship to work in the UK.
This post will close before the intended closing date should sufficient number of suitable applications be received. Therefore, if you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.
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