Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Networks Team Lead

- Provide expert technical advice and guidance on security-related topics, acting as a reference point for complex operational incidents and strategic IT development work. - Work closely with IT partners, suppliers and internal subject matter experts to design, test, and implement innovative infrastructure solutions that meet business needs and support expanding digital services. - Develop, build and maintain network and infrastructure systems using modern development standards, industry best practice, and approved HMLR technologies, ensuring availability, integrity, and performance. - Create and implement robust test plans and assurance activities to maintain service quality and reliability. - Build and maintain technical standards, working with technical architects to translate architectural designs into effective operational solutions. - Plan, manage and support technical changes within your IT Operations specialism, identifying and scoping opportunities to improve services. - Ensure technical implementations align with HMLRs Technology and Business Strategies, taking accountability for adherence and escalating risks or issues where appropriate. - Provide clear communication on how team activities impact users, stakeholders, and wider technical areas. - Engage with customers and suppliers on infrastructure changes and problem resolution. - Act as a technical and behavioural role model, promoting inclusive behaviours, managing conflict effectively, and contributing to a supportive, cohesive IT Operations community. - Support wider IT Operations management through input into workforce planning, budgets, technology roadmaps, projects, and tasks.