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Network Engineer - CONTRACT
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company<br /></span></strong><br />This is an<strong> internationally recognised leader in manufacturing,</strong> operating on a global scale while staying true to its <strong>Kiwi family business values.</strong> This unique approach gives employees the <strong>best of both worlds</strong>-long-term security and global opportunities, combined with a supportive, close-knit culture.<br />Enjoy working away from the hustle and bustle of the CBD in a <strong>beautiful countryside location,</strong> while contributing to projects that impact operations worldwide. With <strong>huge project pipelines</strong> and a commitment to innovation, this is your chance to join a team that's shaping the future of industrial technology.<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong><br /><br />Reporting to the<strong> Network &amp; Security Project Manager,</strong> you'll play a key role in delivering <strong>exciting new projects,</strong> including a major<strong> network security</strong> <strong>initiative</strong> focused on operational technology (OT) environments.<br />You'll work closely with a tight-knit team of five in NZ, collaborating with global teams led out of Australia. Your responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Implementing, monitoring, and managing local and wide area networks for maximum uptime.</li><li>Supporting system configurations, documenting installations, and managing upgrades.</li><li>Maintaining and improving existing network infrastructure.</li><li>Participating in an <strong>on-call roster</strong> (1 in every 4-5 weeks) for a 24/7 operational site.</li></ul><p><br />This is an<strong> onsite role</strong> with flexibility in working hours to allow for avoiding traffic.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What You'll Bring</strong></span></p><ul><li>3-5 years of networking experience in enterprise environments.</li><li>Advanced skills in Cisco Networking (switching, routing, security solutions).</li><li>Strong knowledge of FortiGate Firewalls (configuration, management, troubleshooting).</li><li>Expertise in industrial network security, OT/IT convergence, and segmentation strategies.</li><li>Familiarity with PERA Model and security zone design (Levels 0-4).</li><li>Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and optimize performance.</li><li>Experience with SCADA/HMI environments and security policy implementation.</li><li>Strong documentation skills.</li></ul><p>Certifications</p><ul><li>Cisco CCNP (Enterprise/Security) or equivalent experience.</li><li>Fortinet NSE 4+ or equivalent FortiGate experience.</li><li>CCNA (required).</li></ul><p>Experience with Operational Technology (OT) network implementation is highly advantageous.</p><p><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">How to apply</span></strong><br />Please send your resume in <strong>Microsoft Word</strong> format by clicking on the apply button or for further information, contact Camilla Hamilton or Ondrej Litavsky in our Auckland office on <strong>09-915-6700.</strong></p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Job Reference No:</strong></span> <span style="text-decoration: underline;">06900-0013343321</span></p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice:</em> <em><a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement&amp;data=05|01|[email protected]|2df93a725f1c43601e5308daa1051e08|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|637999340615419831|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&amp;sdata=cIixo6zjvDZ9MDPYy+jEU0wsYA/yRNDEHRQ4pRKx8Eg=&amp;reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FtaWxsYS5BbGRyaWNoLjYxMTg0LjEwOTE4QHJoaW56LmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • Auckland, Auckland
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 90 - 100 NZD / Hourly
  • <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company<br /></span></strong><br />This is an<strong> internationally recognised leader in manufacturing,</strong> operating on a global scale while staying true to its <strong>Kiwi family business values.</strong> This unique approach gives employees the <strong>best of both worlds</strong>-long-term security and global opportunities, combined with a supportive, close-knit culture.<br />Enjoy working away from the hustle and bustle of the CBD in a <strong>beautiful countryside location,</strong> while contributing to projects that impact operations worldwide. With <strong>huge project pipelines</strong> and a commitment to innovation, this is your chance to join a team that's shaping the future of industrial technology.<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong><br /><br />Reporting to the<strong> Network &amp; Security Project Manager,</strong> you'll play a key role in delivering <strong>exciting new projects,</strong> including a major<strong> network security</strong> <strong>initiative</strong> focused on operational technology (OT) environments.<br />You'll work closely with a tight-knit team of five in NZ, collaborating with global teams led out of Australia. Your responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Implementing, monitoring, and managing local and wide area networks for maximum uptime.</li><li>Supporting system configurations, documenting installations, and managing upgrades.</li><li>Maintaining and improving existing network infrastructure.</li><li>Participating in an <strong>on-call roster</strong> (1 in every 4-5 weeks) for a 24/7 operational site.</li></ul><p><br />This is an<strong> onsite role</strong> with flexibility in working hours to allow for avoiding traffic.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What You'll Bring</strong></span></p><ul><li>3-5 years of networking experience in enterprise environments.</li><li>Advanced skills in Cisco Networking (switching, routing, security solutions).</li><li>Strong knowledge of FortiGate Firewalls (configuration, management, troubleshooting).</li><li>Expertise in industrial network security, OT/IT convergence, and segmentation strategies.</li><li>Familiarity with PERA Model and security zone design (Levels 0-4).</li><li>Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and optimize performance.</li><li>Experience with SCADA/HMI environments and security policy implementation.</li><li>Strong documentation skills.</li></ul><p>Certifications</p><ul><li>Cisco CCNP (Enterprise/Security) or equivalent experience.</li><li>Fortinet NSE 4+ or equivalent FortiGate experience.</li><li>CCNA (required).</li></ul><p>Experience with Operational Technology (OT) network implementation is highly advantageous.</p><p><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">How to apply</span></strong><br />Please send your resume in <strong>Microsoft Word</strong> format by clicking on the apply button or for further information, contact Camilla Hamilton or Ondrej Litavsky in our Auckland office on <strong>09-915-6700.</strong></p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Job Reference No:</strong></span> <span style="text-decoration: underline;">06900-0013343321</span></p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice:</em> <em><a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement&amp;data=05|01|[email protected]|2df93a725f1c43601e5308daa1051e08|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|637999340615419831|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&amp;sdata=cIixo6zjvDZ9MDPYy+jEU0wsYA/yRNDEHRQ4pRKx8Eg=&amp;reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FtaWxsYS5BbGRyaWNoLjYxMTg0LjEwOTE4QHJoaW56LmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2025-11-26T20:21:51Z

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