Server Build Engineer - Maritime / Defence (MOD Programme)
Warrington (with UK dockyard travel & extended vessel deployments)
£40,000 + 10% DV allowance + company car + paid overtime
Candidates must be willing and eligible to go through SC and DV clearance
I am looking for Server Build Engineers for a client of mine who are a leading IT firm operating within the Uk defence sector, they're working with a long-standing MOD and Navy Digital programme delivering mission-critical IT infrastructure onto Royal Navy vessels and secure maritime environments across the UK.
This is not a typical 9-5 infrastructure role, it's hands-on engineering work that moves from secure factory build in Warrington → dockyard deployment → onboard live naval systems.
Expect real engineering, real environments, and real impact.
What you'll actually be doing
You'll be part of a specialist engineering team responsible for delivering complex server and infrastructure builds across multi-vessel deployments.
Work includes:
Building and configuring server and node environments (Windows & VMware)
Supporting full software build lifecycle (approx. 25-week build cycles)
Applying patches, hotfixes, and manual configuration updates
Deploying solutions into secure MOD environments
Installing and integrating systems onboard Royal Navy vessels
Supporting data migration, L2 troubleshooting, and in-service fixes
Working with multi-discipline teams across network, comms, and infrastructureThis is a build → deploy → support lifecycle role, not design or architecture.
Experience required:
We're open on background, what matters most is solid hands-on infrastructure engineering experience and comfort working in challenging environments.
Core skills:
VMware (vSphere essential, NSX / Horizon desirable)
Windows Server (AD, DNS, GPO)
Strong infrastructure / server build experience
Comfortable with physical installation and deployment work
L2 support / troubleshooting mindsetNice to have:
Cisco / network switches
Basic PowerShell understanding (ability to read scripts)
Exposure to Remedy or similar ITSM toolsWhy this role stands out
Rare opportunity to work directly on Royal Navy digital infrastructure
Long-term MOD programme with stability and scale
Mix of factory build, field deployment, and live support engineering
Paid overtime + travel time included in working hours
Clear progression within a specialist defence engineering teamIf you are interested in this role or wish to apply, please feel free to submit your CV