Infrastructure Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer to play a pivotal role within our small, highly technical team supporting an enterprise-level IT infrastructure across the UK & Ireland.

This hands-on role combines technical ownership with solution design, problem solving and project delivery. You'll directly influence our infrastructure modernisation while ensuring compliance with Health & Safety, Data Protection and Cyber Security standards.

Your expertise will be valued-this is an opportunity to shape future platforms and promote continual service improvement across the organisation., * Proactively maintain and update core IT infrastructure to ensure high availability of business-critical services.

• Ensure adherence to all infrastructure processes, including change control and security.
• Develop, maintain and routinely test the UK IT Business Continuity Plan.
• Deliver proactive improvements to remove legacy technologies and reduce technical debt.
• Support cross-functional IT teams with projects and operational procedures.

• Windows Server, server hardware, clustering and networking
• Virtualisation (VMware / Hyper-V)
• Enterprise storage, switching and servers (ideally HPE)
• Remote datacentre operations
• Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops, Netscaler
• Database (MS SQL) basics including HA and queries
• Scripting (PowerShell or similar)
• Strong understanding of security best practices

You should also bring:

• A track record in designing and delivering technical infrastructure projects
• The ability to influence technical decisions in a fast-moving environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement across technical and non-technical teams
• Ability to support, mentor and knowledge-share with 1st/2nd line teams
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities
• Experience in manufacturing, operations, or supply chain environments (desirable)
• Experience within multinational organisations (desirable)

A degree or equivalent professional qualification is beneficial but not essential. Your Mission at Elis

• 33 Days Holiday
• Company Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance
• On-site Parking
• Private Medical

At Elis, our people are our greatest asset. We offer:

• Opportunities to grow your career within a global organisation
• A culture focused on service, quality and sustainability
• A commitment to reducing environmental impact through circular solutions, eco-design and waste reduction
• Long-term local relationships and strong investment in employee development.

We aim to create a workplace where you can contribute from day one, develop your skills, and help shape a more sustainable future.

Elis is a global, multi-service provider offering sustainable rental and maintenance solutions for workwear, linen, mats, washroom services and industrial wipers. With 400,000+ customers, operations in 30 countries, and a commitment to driving the circular economy, Elis is a sector pioneer with more than 70 years of expertise. In the UK, Elis supports industries including hospitality, retail, healthcare, manufacturing and engineering-helping organisations focus on their core business while improving hygiene, safety and well-being in a sustainable way. Join our 55,000 colleagues globally who bring our services to life every day.