IT Infrastructure Engineer – On-Premises Focus

📍 Location: Flexible within the UK (commutable to London/Billericay preferred)

⏳ Hours: Monday - Friday (with out-of-hours support on a rota)

💰 Salary: Competitive + Great Perks

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About the Role:
We are seeking an On-Premises IT Infrastructure Engineer to join our busy, hands-on IT team. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for maintaining, designing, and enhancing our on-premises infrastructure, including Windows servers, virtualization platforms (Hyper-V), and storage solutions. You will also support hybrid and cloud systems when required.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety, thrives under pressure, and is comfortable working on both technical projects and day-to-day operational tasks.

Key Responsibilities 🔑🖥️ 

• Design, deploy, and maintain on-premises infrastructure (Windows servers, storage, virtualization).

• Monitor and ensure performance, availability, and security of all on-prem systems.

• Implement security measures and maintain compliance with industry standards.

• Lead infrastructure projects and upgrades, including server builds and disaster recovery initiatives.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure and processes.

• Troubleshoot network and system issues, working with external partners when required.

• Support cloud and hybrid environments when required.

What we’re looking for 💡

• 5+ years’ experience in IT infrastructure engineering, ideally within an MSP environment.

• Strong hands-on experience with Windows Server (2012–2022), Active Directory, DNS, Failover Clustering.

• Experience with virtualization (Hyper-V) and storage management.

• Familiarity with networking principles and troubleshooting (VPNs, firewalls).

• Experience with patching, firmware upgrades, and technical documentation.

• Adaptable, hands-on, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.

Why join us:

Career Development Focus: We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.

Exciting Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.

Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.

Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible working options, including:

23 days holiday, Increasing with length of service + bank holidays

Yearly bonus scheme & Share options

Robust pension scheme

Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, Online private GP Service

Free or subsidised national gym memberships

Employee Recognition Scheme

2 personal choice volunteering days

Ground Control

Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973, Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.

We deliver a range of services, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.

If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.

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Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.