Junior Network Engineer Ashford, Kent (field-based with client travel) £30,000+ DOE
Are you early in your networking career and keen to build real hands-on experience? Do you enjoy both technical configuration and physical infrastructure work? Have you worked in (or want exposure to) an MSP environment where no two days are the same?
If so, this could be a strong next step.
We are recruiting for a Junior Network Engineer to join a growing Managed Service Provider supporting a wide range of business clients.
This is a genuinely varied, fast-paced role combining logical network engineering with structured cabling and physical installations. It will suit someone practical, proactive, and comfortable working across multiple client environments both remotely and on-site.
You will gain exposure to enterprise-grade networking technologies while building solid real-world deployment experience.
Due to the project-led nature of MSP work, the role involves regular client travel and occasional out-of-hours work .
The Role
You will support the design, deployment, and ongoing support of client network environments, working closely with senior engineers and technical leadership.
This is a hands-on position where you will be involved from physical install through to configuration and troubleshooting.
Key Responsibilities Network Deployment & Support
Assist with configuration, deployment, and support of client network infrastructure
Work with technologies including:
Cisco Systems
Cisco Meraki
Ubiquiti
WatchGuard
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Provision switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless access points
Support VLANs, subnetting, DHCP, DNS, VPNs, and firewall rules
Assist with cloud-managed networking platforms (e.g. Meraki Dashboard)
Monitor network performance and respond to alerts
Troubleshoot connectivity, WiFi, and performance issues
Provide both remote and on-site technical support
Maintain clear and accurate client documentation
Carry out routine maintenance including firmware patching and testing
Support VoIP and telephony deployments where required
Structured Cabling & Physical Infrastructure
Install copper data cabling (Cat6 / Cat6a)
Run, terminate, and test fibre optic cabling (internal and external)
Install patch panels, faceplates, and fibre enclosures
Build and dress network cabinets and containment
Mount switches, firewalls, and wireless access points
Test, certify, and clearly label installed cabling
Ensure all installations are neat, professional, and best-practice compliant
Project Work
Support senior engineers on upgrades, migrations, and new site deployments
Assist with office moves and new business setups
Conduct basic site surveys and cable route planning
Travel to client sites (primarily regional with occasional national travel)
Occasionally work evenings or weekends to minimise client disruption
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard
What We Are Looking For Essential
Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, subnetting)
Some hands-on experience configuring switches and routers
Experience running and terminating copper cabling
Willingness to work with fibre optic cabling
Strong troubleshooting mindset
Confident communication skills in client-facing situations
Full UK driving licence
Comfortable working at height and in ceiling voids
Flexible approach to occasional out-of-hours work
Desirable
CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCNA
Experience with Cisco Meraki dashboard
Fibre termination and testing experience
Exposure to firewall configuration and site-to-site VPNs
Previous MSP experience
Basic VoIP knowledge
Personal Attributes
Customer-focused and professional
Eager to learn across multiple vendor platforms
Well organised with good attention to detail
Able to manage multiple client priorities
Reliable, proactive, and hands-on
Flexible and adaptable to project demands
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