Network Field Engineer
Oxford
Full Time
£39,959 - £48,117 Per annum
Expires: 10/05/2026
Band 6
Permanent
About the Role
Job overview
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a skilled and motivated Network Field Engineer to join our IT team. This is a hands‑on, field‑based role supporting the network infrastructure that underpins clinical and corporate services across our diverse Trust sites.
As a Network Field Engineer, you will play a vital part in ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our network services, directly supporting patient care and organisational effectiveness. You will work closely with colleagues across IT Operations and Service Delivery, as well as third‑party suppliers, in a varied and rewarding environment.
Main duties of the job
- Install, configure, and support network hardware including switches, routers, and wireless access points
- Provide on‑site support for network incidents, service requests, and planned maintenance
- Perform network fault‑finding, diagnostics, and resolution both remotely and on site
- Conduct detailed network audits and produce clear technical documentation
- Support and deliver network projects, upgrades, and infrastructure improvements in line with Trust standards and NHS Digital guidance
- Maintain accurate documentation of network assets, configurations, and procedures
- Support network security activities including access controls, patching, and vulnerability management
- Work collaboratively with internal teams, suppliers, and partner organisations
Working for our organisation
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the “candidate guide to making an application” and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”
Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the “supporting statement” element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.
The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.
We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of NHS digital infrastructure standards and network security frameworks.
- Hands-on experience with Cisco or equivalent enterprise networking technologies.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of working experience.
Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise a heavy workload, always ensuring attention to detail.
- Familiarity with network monitoring, diagnostic, and management tools.
- Strong technical skills in networking – including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching, and network security principles.
Documents to Download
Job risks and OH Tasks (PDF, 102.6KB)
Guidance Notes for Candidates Applying for a job at OHFT (PDF, 424.6KB)
Recruiter Contact Details
Name: Umar Mahmood
Title: IT Service Desk Manager
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: No phone number