Average Dev Ops Engineer salary in Portsmouth

IT Service Assurance Lead (Infrastructure and Cloud Ops)Portsmouth | Personal Contract (dependent on skills and qualifications)Full Time | HybridCompetitive pension scheme – Enhanced maternity/paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Cycle2work Scheme & moreREQ5395This role is responsible for ensuring IT Services are owned for specific business areas aligned to key business functions and departments (including regional offices and depots), ensuring the effective delivery of end-to-end services.   They are responsible for protecting the integrity of all relevant IT Services, ensuring support and escalations are handled effectively, to meet the changing requirements of the business and the external environment.  They act as a point of escalation for service outages and disruption, in the role of IT service representative within SGN locations or specific business areas. We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here’s how you will contribute…Build and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders, providing regular engagement, issue resolution, and escalation management.Assure the quality, performance, and efficiency of end-to-end IT services, supporting service resolution to minimise business impact and meet or exceed SLAs.Oversee and support significant IT changes, ensuring impacts are understood, risks managed, and end-to-end testing completed prior to production.Lead and participate in Major Incident and Problem Management, including 24/7 rota cover, working closely with Product Group, Service Quality, IT Operations, and suppliers.Ensure clear, timely communication of service events and outages through established service management processes.Drive continuous service improvement through the creation and management of Continuous Service Improvement Plans.Manage supplier performance, including SaaS providers, ensuring contractual obligations, service reviews, and change control processes are met.Oversee vulnerability management, knowledge management, and problem resolution to prevent recurring or prolonged service issues.Monitor key performance indicators, customer satisfaction, and service quality, taking proactive action to address underperformance.Ensure services and suppliers are aligned to business objectives, regulatory requirements, and agreed technology strategy and roadmaps.What you will needExtensive IT management experience delivering services in multi-sourced environments, with strong customer service focus.Proven ability to build and manage effective relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.Strong leadership, interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to lead decisively when required.Excellent communication skills, able to translate complex IT issues into clear business language.Experience working within an ITIL-based service management environment (Foundation level preferred).Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and service optimisation.Strategic thinker able to translate strategy into practical, deliverable actions.Strong people management capability, including coaching, performance management, and skills development.Collaborative, proactive team player who builds networks and works effectively across the organisation.High energy, assertive and resilient, with strong decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.Not sure you meet every requirement?Research shows some people – particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.If this role interests you but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. You might be just who we’re looking for – now or in the future.Why SGN?SGN is a leader in pioneering research and development toward a net-zero energy system. Our cutting-edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the gas industry, all while keeping people safe and warm. SGN is an award-winning employer, including CCA Gold Awards for 'Great Places to Work and 'Inclusivity and Accessibility'.If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone. > >

Our client, a prominent player in the defence and security sector, is seeking a highly skilled Engineer specialising in Power & Propulsion to join their Maritime Naval Ships business unit. This contract role, based in either Portsmouth or Glasgow with hybrid working arrangements, offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in the maritime field. Key Responsibilities: Delivering mechanical engineering solutions for power and propulsion systems on naval shipsPerforming detailed analysis and design work, ensuring compliance with industry standardsCollaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to integrate systems and deliver project objectivesProviding technical support and troubleshooting for mechanical systemsCreating and reviewing technical documentation, including specifications and reportsEnsuring projects meet safety, quality, and environmental standardsParticipating in on-site inspections and testing as requiredCommunicating with clients and stakeholders to resolve technical issues Job Requirements: Experience in mechanical engineering within the defence or maritime industryStrong understanding of power and propulsion systemsProficiency in mechanical design and analysis softwareExcellent problem-solving skills and attention to detailAbility to work effectively both independently and as part of a teamGood communication and interpersonal skillsUnderstanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements Benefits: Contract role with a duration of 12 monthsHybrid working arrangementOpportunity to work on prestigious and impactful defence projectsProfessional development and growth opportunities If you are an experienced mechanical engineer with a passion for power and propulsion systems, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's dynamic team at Scotstoun.

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (AWS) Hybrid - 1 day per week in the Portsmouth Office My client is seeking a skilled Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to enhance and maintain the hybrid infrastructure that underpins both our internal operations and customer-facing services. This is a hands-on technical role requiring strong experience supporting AWS infrastructure, alongside broad expertise in scalable cloud architectures, on-premises infrastructure, and security. A commitment to continual improvement and a passion for automation are essential to success in this role. Key Responsibilities: Manage and support hybrid cloud infrastructure across AWS and on-premises platforms using Microsoft and/or Linux stacksOptimise infrastructure for security, performance, reliability, and cost efficiencyCollaborate with Engineering teams to strengthen DevOps practices and improve cross-team workflowsMonitor systems, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to ensure high availabilityMaintain accurate documentation, standards, and operational processes About You You are a proactive and technically strong infrastructure engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and working closely with software engineering teams. Essential experience and skills: Proven experience designing, deploying, and administering AWS infrastructureBroad understanding of Microsoft hybrid cloud environments with solid working knowledge of on-premises infrastructureHigh proficiency in at least two of the following: Docker (AWS ECS)Terraform, Ansible, or AWS CDKNagiosWindows Server (IIS)LinuxMicrosoft SQL ServerNetworking (switching, load balancing, firewalls)x86 server hardware Experience working with commercial software engineering teams using Agile and DevOps practicesStrong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaborativelyExperience managing or contributing to complex technical projects Desirable experience: Familiarity with CloudflareExposure to ISO27001, PCI-DSS, or similar security standards If you have the relevant skills for this role and are ready for the challenge, then please send your CV to Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.