IT Network Engineer
Portwest, Westport, Ireland +1
About the job
PORTWEST, a leading global manufacturer of safety wear, workwear and PPE is currently seeking applications for the position of IT Network Engineer in Westport, Ireland on a permanent basis reporting to the Infrastructure Manager. Founded in 1904, Portwest has become one of the fastest growing workwear companies in the world currently employing over 6,000 staff worldwide. With 1400 styles across more than 20 ranges, we design, manufacture and distribute market leading workwear, safety wear and PPE in fully owned production facilities. We’re on a mission to become the world’s most requested PPE and Safety Wear Brand.
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and proactive IT Network Engineer to take ownership of our global network infrastructure, ensuring secure, resilient and reliable connectivity across our international operations.
Working within a mixed-vendor environment, the successful candidate will manage day-to-day network operations and security, deliver infrastructure upgrades and drive the standardisation and modernisation of our network. The role requires a continuous-improvement mindset, identifying recurring issues, technical risks and opportunities to automate repetitive operational tasks.
The role works closely with our Infrastructure and Cyber Security teams.