Overview
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior On Premise Platform Engineer to join our NHS IT team, playing a critical role in supporting the technology infrastructure that powers essential healthcare services. As a Server Engineer, you will ensure the smooth operation, security and scalability of the server environments that underpin our healthcare systems, enabling clinical staff to deliver high-quality patient care. In this role, you will be responsible for the installation, configuration and maintenance of both physical and virtual servers, ensuring optimal performance and availability.
Responsibilities
* Manage server security, perform system upgrades and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime.
* Work closely with IT teams across the NHS to implement best practices, support data security and contribute to disaster recovery planning.
* Assist in the design, deployment and maintenance of on‑premises server and platform environments across NCA sites, including physical and virtual servers, storage systems, databases, middleware components and other platform infrastructure.
* Provide technical support to diagnose and resolve server and platform issues and incidents efficiently.
* Identify root causes and implement solutions to minimise downtime and disruptions to healthcare services.
* Implement basic security measures to protect server and platform environments and sensitive data, including access controls, monitoring systems and adherence to security policies.
Qualifications
* Experience managing Windows and Linux server environments.
* Proficient with virtualization technologies such as VMware and Hyper‑V.
* Knowledge of backup solutions.
* Familiarity with healthcare IT systems and compliance requirements.
* Experience supporting a 24/7 critical infrastructure.
Benefits
* Competitive benefits package.
* Yearly leave allowance.
* Flexible working opportunities.
* Protected hours for health and wellbeing activities.
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We value people who demonstrate our three core values – care, appreciate and inspire – and we’re always looking for individuals who share our purpose and dedication.
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