Network Deployment Engineer - Ghent

Job description

D-ploy is an IT and Engineering Solutions company with operations throughout the EMEA region including Switzerland, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, the UK, as well as the USA.

We pride ourselves on delivering innovative and superior services and solutions to numerous industry-leading clients. By building relationships and trusted partnerships within the IT community, we optimize our customer‘s IT productivity and contribute to the organization’s success and value.

We are interested in talking to engaging, flexible, and solution-oriented individuals who are looking to become a part of a dynamically growing and international organization. We are focused on creating value where IT counts, join us!

We are looking for hands-on Network Deployment Engineers to support a large-scale network infrastructure project in Ghent.

The role will focus on the onsite installation, replacement, and deployment of network equipment across multiple buildings and technical areas. Responsibilities will include hardware installation, network cabling, support during planned cutovers, and coordination with local and international technical teams.

Key Responsibilities - Install, replace, and deploy network equipment across multiple locations in Ghent - Remove existing hardware and install new switches and other network devices - Perform network cabling and recabling activities - Work in distribution rooms, technical rooms, and data center environments - Support network migration and cutover activities - Verify connectivity and basic network functionality following installations - Coordinate with network engineers, local IT teams, and other project stakeholders - Maintain accurate documentation of installations and infrastructure changes - Support planned evening or weekend activities when required

Requirements - Previous hands-on experience with network installation, deployment, or infrastructure projects - Good understanding of networking fundamentals - Experience installing and replacing switches, routers, and other network hardware - Experience with structured cabling and network/distribution room environments - Practical experience in enterprise network or data center environments - Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills - Ability to work independently and as part of a project team - Good English communication skills - Availability to work onsite in Ghent - Flexibility to support occasional evening or weekend activities when required - Ability to provide a criminal record extract not older than three months, where required for the role

Nice to Have - Experience with Cisco network equipment - Previous experience with large-scale network deployment or migration projects - Knowledge of VLANs, routing, switching, and basic network configuration - Relevant networking certifications are considered a plus

Benefits - Broad range of tasks and responsibilities  - Friendly and international working environment  - Professional development opportunities  - Referral program (“Fishing for Friends”)  - Company-sponsored events

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