Junior Network Engineer

Junior Network Engineer | Marlow (Hybrid) | £26,000 - £31,000

Peaple Talent is partnering with an innovative and rapidly growing telecoms organisation that is transforming connectivity services through operational excellence, modern technologies, and customer-focused support. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that invests heavily in people, technology, and long-term career development.

We’re looking for a proactive Tier 1 NOC Engineer who enjoys troubleshooting network issues, working in fast-paced support environments, and delivering exceptional service across enterprise and carrier networks. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop their networking career within a highly collaborative and technically driven team.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals including the OSI model, TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP
• Experience troubleshooting broadband and leased line products including FTTC, FTTP, and Ethernet services
• Hands-on exposure to networking technologies such as Juniper, Fortinet, or MikroTik environments
• Basic understanding of routing and networking protocols including BGP, OSPF, and VPN technologies (IPsec/SSL)
• Familiarity with SD-WAN, MPLS, and wide-area networking architectures
• Experience working with network monitoring and alerting tools such as SolarWinds or Zabbix
• Ability to manage incidents from initial fault through to resolution while maintaining clear ticket updates
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with customers, carriers, and internal technical teams
• Ability to thrive within a 24/7 operational environment and manage effective shift handovers

Nice to Have

• CCNA, JNCIA, NSE 4, or equivalent networking certifications
• Experience working with UK carriers such as Openreach or Virgin Media
• Exposure to LAN, WLAN, MPLS, or SD-WAN customer environments
• Experience using ticketing and incident management systems
• Passion for networking, troubleshooting, and continuous technical development

What’s in It for You

• Private healthcare and life assurance
• Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus holiday buy and rollover scheme
• Financial wellbeing and employee assistance programmes
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Social engagement activities and collaborative team culture
• Opportunity to work for a business that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement