Overview

Are you a hands-on Infrastructure Engineer with a passion for Azure, hybrid cloud environments, and resilient disaster recovery strategies? A fast-growing, multi-site food manufacturer is seeking a driven and ambitious individual to join their infrastructure team at a time of exciting transformation and growth. The business is currently undergoing a major IT transformation, unifying multiple local functions into a single, strategic IT structure, and you’ll play a central role in this transition.

The Role

As an IT Infrastructure Engineer, you’ll be a key contributor to the company’s cloud-first strategy, supporting the migration from traditional on-premise infrastructure to Azure, while also leading robust disaster recovery and backup processes.

You’ll work across multiple sites and systems, bridging legacy tech with modern cloud platforms. This is a hands-on role with real scope to shape the future of IT infrastructure across the group.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support Azure data centre migrations, ensuring scalability and security
• Maintain and optimise on-premise infrastructure (VMware/vSphere, Windows Server, physical data centres)
• Deliver resilient disaster recovery and backup solutions (e.g., Veeam, Rubrik)
• Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams across UK and EU sites
• Support network infrastructure (LAN/WAN, routing, Cisco) as required
• Travel to manufacturing and office locations (e.g. North West, East of England, Ireland) on occasion

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in Azure migration and cloud services
• Strong technical background in VMware, Windows Server, and traditional infrastructure
• Knowledge of backup and disaster recovery technologies
• Comfortable with network fundamentals, such as routing, switching, and Cisco
• Hands-on, proactive attitude with strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Based in the North West, preferably; however, UK-wide applicants will be considered
• Willing to travel on occasion to other locations across the UK.

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Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing
• Information Services
• Retail