Network Specialist / Network Engineer

• Rate: -350 per day Inside IR35
• Location: Doncaster area, on-site across multiple sites
• Working arrangement: Hybrid - on-site when required
• Contract length: 3 months
• Clearance: Must be eligible for BPSS
• Working pattern: Some out-of-hours and weekend support may be required

Your new company

You will be joining a large healthcare organisation on an initial 3-month contract, supporting network infrastructure projects across multiple operational sites.The client is looking for an experienced, hands-on Network Specialist / Network Engineer who can quickly integrate with the existing technical team and contribute to Wi-Fi and network switching deployments.This is a practical delivery-focused role where you will support the installation, configuration and deployment of Wi-Fi infrastructure and network switches.You''ll work alongside internal IT teams, third-party suppliers and other stakeholders within a live healthcare environment, delivering network changes while minimising disruption to operational services.

Key responsibilities

• Install, configure and troubleshoot network switches and Wi-Fi Access Points (APs).
• Support network infrastructure deployment and implementation projects.
• Configure and maintain network equipment to support reliable connectivity and performance.
• Diagnose and resolve network connectivity and performance issues.
• Support Ethernet, TCP/IP, VLAN, WLAN and RADIUS environments.
• Work with Cisco and Extreme Networks hardware.
• Monitor network availability, stability, performance and security.
• Use network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds.
• Undertake site surveys and technical audits covering network coverage, configuration and performance.
• Work collaboratively with technical teams, third-party suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation covering installations, configurations and network changes.
• Provide out-of-hours or weekend implementation and support where required.

Essential skills and experience

• Strong hands-on experience installing, configuring and troubleshooting network switches and Wi-Fi Access Points.
• Strong practical knowledge of Ethernet, TCP/IP, VLANs, WLANs and RADIUS.
• Experience working with Cisco and Extreme Networks equipment.
• Strong network connectivity and performance troubleshooting experience.
• Familiarity with SolarWinds or equivalent network monitoring tools.
• Experience delivering network infrastructure changes within defined project timescales.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while integrating effectively with an existing infrastructure team.
• Strong technical documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively within a live operational environment.
• Must be eligible for BPSS.

What you''ll get in return

• -350 per day
• Inside IR35
• Initial 3-month contract
• Hands-on network infrastructure project supporting Wi-Fi and switching deployments.

How to apply

If you''re interested in this opportunity, apply with your latest CV, availability and preferred location. If this role isn''t quite right for you, please get in touch for a confidential discussion about similar opportunities.

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