DDaT Network Engineer.
Join Our Dynamic Technology Team and Shape the Future of Connectivity.
Are you passionate about technology and skilled in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust network infrastructures? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where innovation, collaboration, and excellence are valued? If so, we invite you to explore an exciting opportunity to join our team as a DDaT Network Engineer.
About Us.
We are a leading organisation at the forefront of digital transformation, committed to harnessing the power of technology to drive growth and success. Our culture is built on principles of integrity, inclusivity, and professional development, and we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We maintain a modern, secure, and scalable DDaT environment to support our expanding needs and to ensure exceptional service delivery to our users.
Position Overview.
As a DDaT Network Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the planning, deployment, and ongoing support of our network infrastructure. You will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and optimal performance of our network systems, both on-premises and in the cloud. Working closely with colleagues and cross-functional teams, you will contribute to the innovation and continuous improvement of our technology landscape.
What you’ll bring:
- Experience of managing complex network related issues.
- Experience of building and managing successful relationships with Stakeholders, both internal and external.
- A strong business partnering approach and the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organisation.
What We Offer.
In return for your expertise and dedication, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes:
- A fantastic newly built Headquarters working environment.
- A Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Car salary sacrifice scheme.
- Free parking and access to an on-site gym.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Training, development opportunities, and sports and social clubs.
At WYFRS, we’re proud of our inclusive and supportive culture, and we’re looking for someone who will lead by example, embrace our values, and champion continuous learning.
Job Purpose: Oversee, maintain, and support the operation of the Authority’s DDaT networking Infrastructure. Take a proactive leadership role in managing Network Infrastructure in alignment with the Authority's DDaT strategy. Provide support and expert guidance on DDaT systems architecture and development, including handling technical escalations.
Key Responsibilities: The role involves upholding the DDaT Service Level Agreement, ensuring all support requests comply with ITIL processes, and delivering consistent, positive support activities. Additionally, it includes managing and maintaining network connectivity systems, troubleshooting performance issues, supporting technical escalations, contributing to infrastructure development, and project managing medium-scale DDaT infrastructure changes.
Essential requirements: The essential requirements for the role include significant experience in managing and delivering LAN/WAN network connectivity solutions within a complex, multi-site organisation, and specific knowledge in areas such as LAN/WAN networking solutions, Cisco switching/routing, and Checkpoint firewalls. Additionally, candidates must have experience in delivering medium DDaT projects, be educated to degree level in a computer-related subject or have equivalent professional qualifications and possess ITIL Foundation certification.
Candidates should also demonstrate the ability to analyse complex data, work under pressure with effective time management skills, be flexible across multiple infrastructure disciplines, and communicate confidently at all levels. A commitment to Equality & Diversity, NFCC Core Code of Ethics, and WYFRS values, as well as holding a valid driving licence, are also essential.
We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you'll work both in the office and from home as part of our 'hybrid' working model. Therefore, applicants must have a reliable home internet connection.
The post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check and the possession of current valid driving licence.
Joining a first-rate organisation, you will have the job satisfaction of knowing each day that you are contributing to the success of one of just six metropolitan fire and rescue services in the UK, supporting up to 950 firefighters who work round the clock, plus around 300 support staff, who help people and save lives.
We are a caring organisation, promote an environment of inclusivity and learning and welcome people from all walks of life - just as long as you can show commitment to our values such as integrity and teamwork.
We offer an excellent package as outlined above. Job share applicant’s welcome.
For further details of this and all our vacancies and to apply online please visit www.wyfs.co.uk/careers
Closing date for all applications is 7th September 2025, with interviews planned for 17th & 18th September 2025.
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We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic applicants and applicants with disabilities. We can offer support and adjustments for candidates and staff who experience barriers to work that result from health conditions or Specific Learning Differences, such as dyslexia.
West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are committed to the safeguarding of our staff, volunteers, visitors and the community we serve. This includes protecting vulnerable adults, children and young people from potential neglect and harm. All employees must share the same commitment.
WYFRS is a ‘Real Living Wage’ employer and have been rated ‘good’ by HMICFRS in all areas of our service.
