Overview
Platform Engineer
NHS AfC: Band 7
Main area: DDT Infrastructure
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 193-7591012COR
Site: Royal Berkshire Hospital Main Site
Town: Reading
Salary: £47,810 - £54,710 pa
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 16/02/2026 23:59
At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust we put our patients at the heart of every element of health and care that we provide. The Trust works together as a community to deliver its vision which is "Working together to provide outstanding care for our community."
Royal Berkshire Hospital are pleased to announce that following our CQC inspection we have been rated Good with inspectors reporting that we have made significant improvements. The Trust\'s overall rating has also improved to good.
We are Compassionate in our thoughts, words and actions
We are Aspiring and have a true desire to be dynamic and to innovate
We are Resourceful and responsible in the way we work and live
We are Excellent in our development, fairness and sharing best practice
At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, we value candidates who bring their unique personalities, skills, and experiences to the Trust. When completing your application, we encourage you to highlight your individual achievements and strengths, showing us how they align with the requirements outlined in the job description and person specification. While we recognise that some applicants may use AI tools during the process, please be mindful that AI-generated responses can often lack the personal detail and relevance needed to demonstrate your suitability for the role. AI generated content is discouraged by the Trust and may diminish the candidates chances of success.
Amazing things happen at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust; delivered by amazing people so why don\'t you come and join us. We offer a range of learning and development for all employees may you be clinical or non-clinical.
Job Overview
The Platforms Engineer post is a key technical position requiring a dedicated self-motivated capable individual ensuring the reliable and efficient support to our technical Digital Services infrastructure, comprising of Data Centre environment management, desktop, server, storage and backup systems, access and security systems, and Active Directory infrastructure. The role will require close liaison with Digital Services Service Delivery teams to ensure the Trusts published service level agreements are met. The post holder must be self-directed and able to work autonomously with the ability to interpret technical policies. The individual will be dealing with and process confidential Trust data. Using VPN and two factor authentication tokens to support and enforce existing Trust information security policies. The post holder needs to be able to implement and support technical solutions across RBH, in the process liaising with and managing third-party suppliers, short-term contractors and Trust staff as necessary. The post holder should have exposure to PRINCE2 project management and have a strong understanding of ITIL service management methodologies. The post holder will be expected to assist the Server Engineers and Server Specialist in designing, developing and implementing complex technical solutions. The post holder will directly support the Trusts Digital Services Service Delivery teams.
Main duties of the job
* Communication and Relationships: Stakeholder Collaboration; Communicate Complex Technical Information; Documentation Creation and Training; Third-Party Supplier Management
* Research and Development: Research Innovative Solutions; Technical Evaluations; Continuous Improvement; Capacity Planning
* Technical Responsibilities: 3rd Line Support; Infrastructure Management; Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity; Backup Strategy Implementation; System Security
* Analytical and Judgement Skills: Problem Solving; Performance Management; Change Management
* Planning and Organisation: Project Management; Service Continuity; Capacity and Load Planning; Change Control
* Finance and Resource Management: Budget Oversight; Procurement; Asset Management
* Information and Data Management: Data Integrity Checks and Processes; System Documentation Creation and Validation; Security Compliance
* Physical and Technical Skills: Technical Expertise; Hardware Maintenance; Security Systems
Diversity makes us interesting Inclusion is what will make us outstanding. Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver an truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
* Communication and Relationships: Stakeholder Collaboration; Complex Technical Information; Documentation and Training; Third-Party Supplier Management
* Research and Development: Innovative Solutions; Technical Evaluation; Continuous Improvement; Capacity Planning
* Technical Responsibilities: 3rd Line Support; Infrastructure Management; Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity; Backup Strategy Implementation; System Security
* Analytical and Judgement Skills: Problem Solving; Performance Management; Change Management
* Planning and Organisation: Project Management; Service Continuity; Capacity and Load Planning; Change Control
* Finance and Resource Management: Budget Oversight; Procurement; Asset Management
* Information and Data Management: Data Integrity; System Documentation; Security Compliance
* Physical and Technical Skills: Technical Expertise; Hardware Maintenance; Security Systems
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
* Relevant certifications in IT infrastructure (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, VMware Certified Professional, CompTIA Security+).
* MCSA: Windows Server 2016 or Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
Desirable criteria
* PRINCE Project Management Qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
* Extensive experience in managing digital infrastructure in a complex, high-availability environment, including server, storage, and network systems.
* Microsoft Active Directory 2008 R2 and later including group policy design and troubleshooting.
* Server virtualisation technologies (e.g. VMware vSphere / Nutanix AHV)
Desirable criteria
* IT experience gained in Acute healthcare / NHS setting.
We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. Review the government list for eligibility.
Staff Benefits
* Flexible working opportunities and a strong emphasis on your work, life balance
* Annual leave - 27 days for new starters, plus bank holidays. Increases with service
* NHS pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Money Advice Service
* Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave for eligible staff
* On-site nursery (based at RBH)
* Full educational library services
* Cycle to work scheme, lockable storage for cycles
* Bus to work scheme
* Excellent rail and bus links
* A huge range of Health Service Discounts
Note: After applying via NHS Jobs, your application may be imported into a third-party recruitment system. You may not be able to track progress on NHS Jobs. By applying, you consent to transferring your information to the Trust\'s applicant management system and, if appointed, to the NHS Electronic Staff Records system.
Appointment is conditional on satisfactory completion of core NHS Employment Checks. All new appointments are subject to a 6 month probationary period. The Trust may close vacancies early due to high response levels. Smoking is not permitted on Trust sites. The Trust is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and follows safe recruitment practices.
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