Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer to join our Digital Services team on a fixed-term basis to support a major digital transformation programme.
This exciting role will lead a dedicated team responsible for assessing, preparing and deploying end-user devices as part of the organisation's transition to Healthset. Working at the heart of a large-scale technology rollout, you will ensure that staff are equipped with the hardware and digital tools they need to work effectively and safely throughout the transition.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for planning and coordinating deployment activities, managing technical resources, monitoring progress against programme objectives, and ensuring devices are configured and deployed in line with organisational and security standards. As the technical lead for the deployment team, you will provide expert advice, manage complex technical issues, and work closely with project teams, operational services and suppliers to ensure successful delivery.
The successful candidate will have significant experience within an IT infrastructure or end-user computing environment, coupled with strong leadership, organisational and stakeholder management skills. Experience of Microsoft technologies, endpoint management, device lifecycle management and large-scale technology deployments is highly desirable.
This is an excellent opportunity to play a role in a high-profile transformation programme that will modernise digital services and support the delivery of high-quality patient care across the organisation.
Proposed Interview Date: Friday 30th October 2026
Please refer to the Job Description & Person Specification for the IT Senior Infrastructure Engineer
Details
- Date posted: 15 October 2026
- Closing date: 20 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 7
- Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 23 months
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: 153-CO06947
- Job locations: Shelley Road, Boscombe, BH1 4JQ, United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description & Person Specification for the IT Senior Infrastructure Engineer
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 5 years' experience working within a similar role within an IT Environment
- Experience of Leading and Co-ordinating on IT Projects within an IT Infrastructure Environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound Working knowledge of support issues and fault investigation and resolution within a large IT network
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
Employer details
- Employer name: University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
- Address: Shelley Road, Boscombe, BH1 4JQ, United Kingdom
- Employer's website: https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers