Senior Network Engineer

Key responsibilities of the role include:

Managing network infrastructure and services to meet the needs of the NHS

Providing expert technical support for network services

Ensuring network security and compliance with relevant standards and policies

Identifying and resolving network issues to minimise downtime and improve performance

Collaborating with other IT teams and stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Proven experience as a Network Engineer, with expertise in Cisco network technologies

T Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

S Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Job description Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities of the role include:

Managing network infrastructure and services to meet the needs of the NHS

Providing expert technical support for network services

Ensuring network security and compliance with relevant standards and policies

Identifying and resolving network issues to minimise downtime and improve performance

Collaborating with other IT teams and stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Proven experience as a Network Engineer, with expertise in Cisco network technologies

T Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

S Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Person Specification

Values Essential

• Communication: To be an open, engaging and listening organisation.
• Ownership: To ensure every individual makes a positive contribution demonstrating leadership and accountability.
• Respect: To act with dignity and respect at all times, ensuring all opinions are valued
• Excellence: To be committed to providing an innovative, high quality, customer - focused service.

Knowledge Essential

• Network management and support. IP/TCP routing and switching. Good understanding of the OSI Model.

Desirable

• VoIP experience with any vendor.

Qualifications Essential

• Cisco Network Certification or similar degree, demonstrable experience

Desirable

• CCNP certification

Skills Essential

• Troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Configuration, install and maintenance skills
• Workload management, formal change documentation writing
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Desirable

• Skill in network automation or scripting to streamline network administration tasks.
• Leadership skills in mentoring or supporting junior team members, contributing to service improvements.

Experience Essential

• A minimum of 3 years' experience at this level

Desirable

• 5 or more years' experience at this level.

Other requirements Essential

• A full UK driving licence and vehicle access is essential for this post as it requires extensive travel across the footprint of the Trust.

Person Specification Values Essential

• Communication: To be an open, engaging and listening organisation.
• Ownership: To ensure every individual makes a positive contribution demonstrating leadership and accountability.
• Respect: To act with dignity and respect at all times, ensuring all opinions are valued
• Excellence: To be committed to providing an innovative, high quality, customer - focused service.

Knowledge Essential

• Network management and support. IP/TCP routing and switching. Good understanding of the OSI Model.

Desirable

• VoIP experience with any vendor.

Qualifications Essential

• Cisco Network Certification or similar degree, demonstrable experience

Desirable

• CCNP certification

Skills Essential

• Troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Configuration, install and maintenance skills
• Workload management, formal change documentation writing
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Desirable

• Skill in network automation or scripting to streamline network administration tasks.
• Leadership skills in mentoring or supporting junior team members, contributing to service improvements.

Experience Essential

• A minimum of 3 years' experience at this level

Desirable

• 5 or more years' experience at this level.

Other requirements Essential

• A full UK driving licence and vehicle access is essential for this post as it requires extensive travel across the footprint of the Trust.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Saturn House

Knowsley Business Park, Liverpool.

L34 9GJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Saturn House

Knowsley Business Park, Liverpool.

L34 9GJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Network Systems Manager

Stephen Prisk

[email protected]

07747611207

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

350-IM8327829

Job locations

Saturn House

Knowsley Business Park, Liverpool.

L34 9GJ

United Kingdom

Job overview

Are you an experienced Network Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to progress your career within the NHS? We have a fantastic opportunity for talented individuals to join our team as a Network Engineer.

Main duties

As a Senior Network Engineer within NHS Informatics Merseyside, you will be responsible for managing our complex network infrastructure, ensuring the delivery of reliable and secure network services to support clinical operations and improve patient outcomes. You will also design and implement network solutions and ensure network security and compliance with relevant standards and policies.