Network Engineer - Hawthorn East

We’ve been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with over 115,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, you’ll not only get to make a difference to millions of Aussie lives—you’ll also get to see your impact.

About the team

Our Technology team is the backbone of the business, building and maintaining the information technology infrastructure that support Coles Group. As a part of the Technology team, you get the opportunity to work through complex, challenging, meaningful problems using large data sets and new technologies to expand your skills and experience.

About the role                                                                                 

Reporting to the Team Lead – Network Services, you will provide technical experience across complex and business-enabling initiatives and offer ongoing operational and project support across a large and complex network environment.

You will be the main escalation point for Level 3 operational support related issue or service and provide the best network and network support experience to Coles’ team members, and its partners and customers. You will be responsible for developing automation solutions to improve the efficiency of the Coles’ network operations.

As the Network Engineer, you will offer operational and project support across Coles’ large and mission-critical network. Joining a team of seasoned and highly experienced engineers, you will provide support through the lifecycle of large enterprise networks by working on business-critical issues across multiple offices, distribution centres, technical picking sites, and retail locations.

About you and your skills:

• Demonstrated intermediate level hands on experience in network automation using Python
• In-depth knowledge of Cisco network technologies such as routing and switching - essential.
• Commercial expertise working across a large corporate network environment working on new projects, and offering Level 3 support across Cisco - essential. 
• A drive to learn and develop new skills across other network related services and solutions.
• Experience in supporting management, stakeholders, and vendors across functional and technical issues.

You’ll also need

• Cisco CCNP or similar work experience
• Cisco technologies; SDWAN, SD-Access, Data Centre Switching, ACI , WAN, LAN, WIFI, Voice
• In depth understanding of network concepts (LAN/WAN/routing/switching)
• Knowledge in network automation using Python and network automation Tools.
• Knowledge of Network management and monitoring tools.
• Experience in software testing and cisco software life management.
• Practical experience of DNS and DHCP technology changes
• Demonstrable technical end user service restoration skills
• The self-motivation, reliability, and proven ability to work as part of a technical team
• NETOPS would be advantages with associated programming skills
• Knowledge of Network Support tools; packet tracing, etc

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What’s in it for you?

• Flexible working options: We know that work is only one part of your life, so we actively encourage a positive work-life balance and provide hybrid working options to help you achieve it.
• Office perks: Take advantage of our gym facility and fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, fooderie hub where you can sample new products before they hit the shelves, school holiday program and so much more when you come in.
• Discounts: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
• Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform ‘mythanks’. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
• Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you’ll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job-specific training.
• Paid parental leave: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.
• Investment in your future: Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team members to make regular pre-tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.

About the recruitment process

We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.au

Job ID: 152334

Employment Type: Full time