Senior Network Engineer | East London NHS Foundation Trust


Company:	East London NHS Foundation Trust
Salary:	£58,133 - £65,261 per annum Inc HCA
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London, E2 9NJ
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	29 Jul 2026
Closing date:	2 Sept 2026

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Summary

We are looking for an experienced Senior Network Engineer to support our Digital Team in delivering network infrastructure upgrades, including the removal and replacement of Cisco switches, upgrades to power equipment, and the installation of structured cabling.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and configure network and power infrastructure, including network racks, cabinets, and frames.

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of structured cabling standards and topologies, including CAT6, CAT6A and fibre optic cabling.

• Lead the investigation and resolution of complex technical issues, ensuring minimal disruption to services.

• Carry out testing, commissioning and validation of network equipment to ensure compliance with operational standards.

• Coordinate and support third-party supplier installations, ensuring work is completed to the required standard and signed off.

• Produce and maintain accurate technical documentation, including asset records, network diagrams and configuration information, to support effective network management.

• Work with the Cyber Security team to ensure all network designs, installations and changes comply with the Trust's cyber security policies, standards and best practice.

The post holder will provide technical expertise and advice to project teams, supporting project planning, resource forecasting, cost estimates, delivery timescales and business case development.

The successful candidate will lead Digital infrastructure projects, including Communications Room Remediation and Wi-Fi and wired network deployments, ensuring successful delivery across clinical and corporate environments with minimal service disruption.

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Please refer to attached Job Description and Person Specification

This advert closes on Sunday 9 Aug 2026

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