Senior Systems Administrator

3125 | Information Communication & Technology | Toowoomba CBD

ExperiencedSystems Administrator to Drive Innovation in LocalGovernment

About You

You are a technical infrastructure specialist who knows your wayaround technology systemsrequired to enable efficient andinnovative operation of Council's services. You will enjoyateam environment, where you understand the critical role youplay in supporting Council's information, communications andtechnology systems.

The Team

The Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) team enablesour people to delivervalue through efficient and innovativeICT services. In addition to ensuring ourstakeholders areempowered with the technology they need, we are future focusedbyseeking opportunities to advance and innovate. You'll bejoining a diverse team that supporteach other in striving forpositive outcomes for the future of the Toowoomba Region.

About the position

The Senior Systems Administrator works within the TechnicalInfrastructure team to design,support and maintain Council'sdata centres, servers, networks andtelecommunicationinfrastructure to meet operationalrequirements.

- This is a permanent full-time position based in theToowoomba CBD.
- Additional appointments may be made as opportunities arisein identical positions in the future.
- The annual salary range for this position is $112,420.03 -$119,173.77 gross per annum, plus 17.5% annual leave loadingand up to 12.65% superannuation.
- Enjoy work/life balance with a 72.5 hour fortnight andaccess to banked leave.
- Professional development and learning opportunities.
- Salary sacrificing, salary packaging, private healthinsurance corporate discounts, social club, Fitness PassportProgram, Employee Assistance Program and a range of progressivehealth and wellbeing services.

How to be successful in this position

- A recognised tertiary qualification in InformationTechnology, Telecommunications or similar with relevantexperience, or a combination of substantial experience,expertise and competence to perform all duties of theposition.
- Relevant industry qualifications and local governmentexperience are desirable.
- Extensive experience in designing, implementing,maintaining and supporting ICT infrastructure and architecture.See PositionDescription for required technical skills.
- Excellent organisational and documentation skills.
- Experience in managing ICT projects.
- Excellent oral and written communication, numeracy andcustomer service skills.
- Commitment to a positive team culture.

How to apply

For full details of this position, please ensure you downloadthe PositionDescription , which provides the position successcriteria.

To apply, submit the following:

- Your current Resume
- A document (maximum 2 pages) that addresses each of thePosition Success Criteria listed in the PositionDescription . For each criterion:
- Use headings to identify which criterion you areaddressing.
- Provide specific examples that demonstrateyour skills, experience, and achievements related to thatcriterion. (Tip: tell us what you did, how youdid it, and what the outcome was).

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake aCriminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment toassess their ability to perform the genuine occupationalrequirements of the position.

Please note to have your application considered, ensurethat you have followed the instructions outlinedabove.

Visit our websitewww.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs forinformation on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba RegionalCouncil. Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

For further information

Please contact Stefan Vermaak, Coordinator TechnicalInfrastructure on (07) 4688 6656 within business hours.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 7 October 2025 at11.45pm.

About Council

The Toowoomba Region is about rich traditions and boldambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolvedToowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland citysupporting diverse townships in the Council area and acting as aservice centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. Theregion is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basinresource sector, education, health, transport, and massiveinfrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at theexpense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in thetop 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicatedand passionate about delivering excellent customer service to thecommunity, residents, and visitors throughout the region. Werecognise that our success depends upon attracting and retainingskilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interestingchallenges and opportunities to develop your career.

Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches orapplications for this or any other vacancy. No response will beprovided.

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