Senior Network Engineer - New Zealand

Protect what matters most

Ever thought about taking your career somewhere a little different?

At Gallagher, our purpose is to protect what matters most. From securing some of the world's most critical infrastructure to supporting innovative technology solutions used in more than 160 countries, we're a proudly New Zealand-founded technology company making a global impact.

We're now looking for an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our Hamilton-based Digital Services team. And for the right person, this could be an opportunity to take your career to New Zealand.

The opportunity

This is not a role for someone who simply keeps the lights on.

We're looking for a senior engineer who can see the bigger picture – someone who understands how network architecture, cloud infrastructure and operational decisions influence business outcomes.

You'll play a key role in designing, implementing and evolving Gallagher's network environment across cloud and on-premise infrastructure, while acting as a senior technical leader within the team.

You'll be a trusted escalation point, a mentor to less experienced engineers and a key contributor to projects that support the future direction of our technology landscape.

Unlike many network engineering roles, around 80–90% of your time will be spent delivering projects rather than supporting BAU operations. You'll have the opportunity to influence architecture, drive continuous improvement and help shape how we operate as a global technology business.

Who we're looking for

We're seeking a proven senior professional with the technical depth, commercial awareness and leadership capability to operate confidently at this level.

You'll likely bring:

• A minimum of 7 years' experience in Network Engineering or related infrastructure roles

• Strong experience across enterprise networking, cloud networking and infrastructure environments

• Deep knowledge of Azure, AWS and modern network technologies

• Experience designing and delivering complex network solutions rather than purely supporting them

• The ability to translate technical decisions into business impact

• Strong critical thinking and attention to detail

• Experience mentoring, coaching or providing technical leadership to other engineers

We're open to candidates from a range of backgrounds, although engineers with experience in ISP, MSP or service provider environments are particularly interesting to us. These environments often develop the broad technical perspective, commercial awareness and architectural mindset we're looking for.

More than technical expertise

Technical capability is essential, but success in this role will come from your ability to understand the wider business context.

You'll be someone who asks "why" before "how", considers risk and commercial impact when making decisions, and can confidently engage with stakeholders across the organisation.

If you're known for your sound judgement, attention to detail and ability to see how technology fits together to support business outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Your next chapter: New Zealand

What if your next career move came with a completely different lifestyle?

Based in Hamilton, in the heart of the Waikato region, you'll be well placed to enjoy everything that makes New Zealand such a special place to call home.

Think weekends exploring beautiful coastlines, surfing at Raglan, swimming in freshwater lakes, walking scenic trails, or heading out to discover some of New Zealand's incredible natural landscapes.

You'll have beaches, rivers, lakes and mountains within easy reach, with the Coromandel, Mount Maunganui, Rotorua and the Waitomo Caves all offering fantastic options for weekend adventures.

Hamilton itself offers a relaxed, easy-going lifestyle, with great cafés, restaurants, sporting facilities and everything you need close by – without the pace and congestion of a major city.

And if you enjoy the outdoors, there's plenty to keep you busy. Whether it's mountain biking, hiking, fishing, surfing, kayaking or simply making the most of a beautiful summer evening, there's a lot to love about living here.

It's a chance to build an exciting career in a global technology business while enjoying a little more balance, space and adventure outside of work.

The environment you'll be joining

This is a role for someone who wants more than just a queue of tickets and another project to deliver.

You'll join a team led by a manager with a clear vision for the future, where senior engineers are encouraged to challenge thinking, contribute ideas and influence technical direction.

If you enjoy working with smart people, solving meaningful problems and having a genuine voice in how things are done, you'll feel right at home here.

We also offer:

• Competitive salary, incentives and flexible working

• Free onsite parking and café facilities – including Thursday roasts and daily hot breakfast options

• Life and Disability Insurance

• Staff discounts and wellbeing initiatives

• Career development opportunities across a global organisation

Why Gallagher?

We're a proudly New Zealand-founded business with more than 85 years of history, a global footprint spanning over 160 countries and a genuine commitment to innovation.

You'll be joining an organisation with the stability and opportunities of an established global business, while still being able to make a meaningful contribution and see the impact of your work.

Ready for a change?

If you're a seasoned Network Engineer looking for a role where technical expertise, commercial thinking and leadership capability are equally valued – and the idea of calling New Zealand home sounds appealing – we'd love to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress suitable candidates before the advertising close date.