Moree Plains Shire Council is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Information Services team as their new Systems Manager! 

• Permanent full time – 35 hours per week
• Location - Moree
• Attractive Salary up to $120,000 (PLUS superannuation) depending on qualifications and experience. 
• Salary packaging options
• Rostered day off every 3 weeks - an extra 17 days off a year!
• Relocation Assistance up to $5,500. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a talented Systems Engineer/Manager to join the IT department and play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing the organisation's technological infrastructure. As a Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and support of our network and systems infrastructure. You will work closely with other IT professionals and stakeholders to ensure the reliability, security, and efficiency of systems. The ideal candidate for this role is somebody with strong systems and infrastructure experience looking to move into a leadership role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and maintain network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Manage and administer servers, both physical and virtual, ensuring optimal performance and availability.
• Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure uninterrupted operation.
• Conduct system upgrades and patches in a timely manner to mitigate security risks.
• Collaborate with other IT staff and departments to support business operations and initiatives.
• Develop and maintain documentation for systems, processes, and procedures.
• Provide technical support and training to end-users as needed.

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023.

Further details about the role can be found in the Position Description.

ABOUT YOU

Council is looking for someone who has the following qualities, experience and/or qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Systems Engineer or similar role, preferably in a municipal or government setting.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols, technologies, and best practices.
• Proficiency in managing Windows and Linux server environments.
• Hands-on experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, MCSE, VCP) are desirable but not essential

HOW TO APPLY

A recruitment agency (Robert Half) is managing and assisting with the recruitment process for this position.

To apply, please click the link: Systems Engineer/Manager.

***Noting, applications will only be considered and accepted by applying through Robert Half using the link above.  

Our commitment to safety:

Moree Plains Shire Council is committed to safety. A pre-employment health check and a three-month probationary period apply to all positions. All employees are subject to drug and alcohol screening at the pre-employment health screening and random testing will occur throughout the probationary period.

Moree Plains Shire Council is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and Cultural Diversity.