System Administrator

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive System Administrator to join our ICT team. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in supporting, maintaining, and troubleshooting hardware and software across a range of users.

This role is ideal for an IT professional with strong technical expertise and a passion for supporting education in a busy school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain the school’s ICT systems, servers, networks, and cloud services (Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Azure, Google Workspace).
• Manage and support end-user devices including Windows, macOS, iPads, and Chromebooks.
• Managing and supporting Apple devices (macOS/iOS) in an education environment essential.
• Oversee network infrastructure, including switches, wireless access points, and firewalls.
• Ensure system security, backups, disaster recovery, and data protection measures are in place and effective.
• Provide technical support and guidance to staff and students, escalating complex issues where required.
• Plan, implement, and manage ICT projects such as system upgrades, deployments, and new technologies.
• Monitor and maintain ICT asset registers, software licensing, and lifecycle management.
• Work collaboratively with school leadership and teaching staff to ensure ICT aligns with educational needs.
• Maintain system documentation, policies, and procedures.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a System Administrator or similar IT infrastructure role.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server technologies (Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, DNS, etc.).
• Experience with Microsoft 365 administration (Exchange Online, Teams, Intune, SharePoint).
• Familiarity with Google Workspace for Education and Chromebook management.
• Networking knowledge (VLANs, Wi-Fi, switching, routing, firewalls) – Cisco/CCNA highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of IT security, backups, and compliance.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Relevant IT certifications (Microsoft, CompTIA, Cisco, Apple, Google) highly valued.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Information Technology or equivalent industry certifications.
• Current Working With Children Check (mandatory).

Pay: $41.00 – $46.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 per week

Application Question(s):

• How many years experience do you have supporting users onsite?

Experience:

• System Administrator: 3 years (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• CCNA (Preferred)
• drivers licence and vehicle (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person