Senior Network Engineer

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Te Tūranga | About the role

As a Senior Network Engineer, you’ll be responsible for the planning, configuration, installation, systems management, and coordination of the Councils significant network infrastructure.

• You will have the opportunity to shape TCC’s future network operating environment
• Be the leading stakeholder in the future design of our network whilst being point of contact for wider stakeholders and our supplier vendor network.
• Lead conversations in prioritisation, scope and the assignment
• Continuously improve network processes, procedures and ways of working, delivering against our maturity objectives
• Continually improve services, manage vendors to agreed SLAs, and drive innovation to enhance effectiveness.
• Manage upgrades with minimal disruption, and optimize network assets for business process improvements.
• Continually improve services, manage vendors to agreed SLAs, and drive innovation to enhance effectiveness.

Ngā Pukenga | What you’ll need to succeed

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

• 5 + Years of Experience in a network (analyst, engineer, architect) discipline
• Professional industry certification(s) in network infrastructure environments – planning design, and implementation such as CCNA, CompTIA Network+,[UM1] [UM2] [RF3]  Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist (CMSS) etc.
• Hands on experience in routing/switching/wireless and firewalls.
• Multi-vendor experience such as Cisco, HPE Aruba, Extreme Networks, Juniper and PaloAlto is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in solution design, installation and on-going support
• Extensive experience working with Cloud: Microsoft Azure, Teams Voice and Office 365
• Knowledge of Next Generation and Software Defined Networking principles and design
• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, engaging with both business and technical stakeholders

Tō Tātou Kaunihera | About Tauranga City Council

Tauranga City Council is one of Tauranga’s largest employers, and we are always looking to attract great talent to join our driven, passionate, and community-focused team.

We always strive to ensure that you feel valued and supported in the workplace.

To highlight that our people are our greatest asset, we offer a wide range of benefits that include 5 weeks annual leave, flexible hours and work from home options, as well as career development opportunities.

Te Tukanga | How to apply

If you want to be part of an energetic, fun, and supportive team, then we'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Rob Field at rob.field@tauranga.govt.nz

Please note we will not be accepting applications via email. If you wish to apply, please click ‘Apply’ at the bottom of this page and follow the link.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, applications will close upon the appointment of a successful candidate.

• Our selection process may include behavioural interview(s), psychometric and ability assessments, reference checks, and pre-employment screening.
• Tauranga City Council will not accept applications or contact from any placement service, temporary staffing agency, or professional recruiter for this vacancy. If/where Tauranga City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our network of agencies. We ask that you please do not contact Tauranga City Council or any of its employees regarding vacancies. Tauranga City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to such unsolicited contact.