Network Engineering Manager - Infrastructure Job at Booker Group (Wellingborough)

Network Engineering Manager - Infrastructure

Booker Group

Location:
United Kingdom , Wellingborough

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

At Booker, keeping our business connected is critical to how we serve our customers. As Network Engineering Manager – Infrastructure, you’ll be responsible for the reliability, security and performance of our network and landline telephony across 200+ UK locations. You’ll lead a mix of internal and third‑party engineers, translating strategy into practical plans and ensuring our network services are stable today and ready for tomorrow. This is a hands‑on leadership role with occasional out‑of‑hours support for business‑critical incidents.

Job Responsibility:

Lead and sponsor network infrastructure projects, delivering on time and within budget
Oversee the day‑to‑day operation of Booker’s corporate network, ensuring stability, availability and security
Ensure network configuration, patching and upgrades align with our layered defence and security standards
Diagnose and resolve network issues across hardware, software and configuration
Work closely with third‑party suppliers to resolve incidents and deliver effective solutions
Support application and infrastructure stakeholders, helping them understand and resolve connectivity challenges
Maintain accurate documentation, including network topology, project updates and operational runbooks
Produce clear management information, reporting and KPIs to support informed decision‑making
Ensure change management, licensing, contracts and security requirements are consistently followed
Own disaster recovery and total loss testing, ensuring risks are understood and managed
Identify recurring issues and opportunities for improvement, supporting change testing and implementation
Enable new systems and services by providing reliable and scalable connectivity solutions

Requirements:

Strong knowledge of enterprise networking, including firewalls, routers, switches and wireless access points (primarily Juniper and Cisco)
Experience managing multi‑site network environments within a live production setting
Proven people leadership skills, with experience in project delivery, supplier management and budgets
A calm, structured approach to problem‑solving, especially during priority incidents
Understanding of service management, operational support and change control processes
The ability to juggle priorities, stay organised and measure outcomes effectively
Confident communication skills, able to work positively with technical and non‑technical stakeholders
A collaborative mindset and the ability to build trusted relationships across teams and suppliers
Flexibility, resilience and a proactive approach to change
A passion for secure, stable services and doing things the right way
A full UK driving licence

What we offer:

A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year
After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases
10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year
Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply
Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses
50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy
Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme
After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount
Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution
Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family
A great holiday package

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 11, 2026

Expiration:
April 15, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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Network Engineering Manager - Infrastructure

Booker Group

Location:
United Kingdom , Wellingborough

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 11, 2026

Expiration:
April 15, 2026

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