Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum
Location: 5 days a week on-site in Milton Keynes
About Makita:
Makita is a global leader in providing innovative power tools and outdoor equipment, trusted by professionals worldwide. Our mission is to design and deliver high-quality products that empower industries such as construction, woodworking, and landscaping.
Why Join Makita UK?
1. A Brand You Can Trust: Join a global leader in high-performance power tools and outdoor equipment.
2. Career Development: We believe in developing our people. With Makita, you’ll have access to ongoing training, career growth opportunities, and support to help you reach your full potential.
3. Work-Life Balance: We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and the opportunity to work with a team that values collaboration and flexibility.
4. Be Part of the Team: Our culture is innovation, and a commitment to excellence—everything we do is driven by our commitment to our customers and products.
Role Overview:
Makita is seeking a Network Engineer who will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation, performance, and security of our network infrastructure. This includes implementing, monitoring, and maintaining network solutions such as routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. The role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work collaboratively with IT team members to optimize network operations. The ideal candidate will be committed to staying updated with industry trends and contributing to ongoing network improvements.
What you will be doing:
1. Configure and deploy network solutions, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
2. Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure minimal downtime and optimal performance.
3. Implement and manage network security measures, including VLANs, firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
4. Perform regular network maintenance and upgrades to ensure the latest security patches and firmware updates are applied.
5. Collaborate with other IT team members to support and integrate network solutions with other systems and applications.
6. Document network configurations, changes, and procedures for future reference and compliance purposes.
7. Assist the staff in various administration tasks when required.
8. Adhere to all company IT policies.
What we are looking for:
1. Experience: Proven experience as a Network Engineer or Technician, with in-depth knowledge of network protocols, hardware, and software.
2. Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CompTIA Network+ are highly desirable.
3. Skills: Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
4. Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
5. Attention to Detail: High attention to detail, ensuring the highest standards of network security and performance.
6. Additional Qualities: A proactive approach to continuous learning and staying informed of the latest network technologies.
What we offer:
1. Competitive salary and annual reviews.
2. Opportunities for professional development and training.
3. A supportive and dynamic work environment.
At Makita UK, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity.
To apply, please send your CV by clicking Apply. We look forward to hearing from you!
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