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
If this sounds like you, I'd love to hear from you. Apply today, or get in touch for a confidential chat about the role – Abbi, 01737 307227.
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About Specialist Recruit
Specialist Recruit is a boutique, independent commercial recruitment agency based in Reigate, Surrey, placing people across Surrey and West Sussex since 2002, with a niche in IT. Because it's personal – we take the time to understand what you want from your next move, and we'll only put you forward for roles we know are a genuine fit.
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