Microsoft Platform Specialist

Microsoft Platform Specialist Month FTC)

Level 7 - $132,595.68 per annum (including $20,000 Port Hedland Allowance + Housing Allowance)

Residential Preferred (Remote arrangements considered*, WA Preferred)

*Please note with remote arrangements the Port Hedland Allowance does not apply

The Role

The Town of Port Hedland is seeking a technically skilled and solutions-driven Microsoft Specialist to join our team, reporting directly to the Principal IT Operations.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing, optimising, and enhancing the Town's Microsoft ecosystem, drive automation, continuous improvement, and provide expert-level support to internal teams to ensure secure, reliable, and efficient IT service delivery.

Central to this role is the ongoing integration and alignment of systems and applications within the Microsoft environment, management of identity and access governance controls, endpoint management, and refinement of automated workflows and technical standards. You will enforce governance frameworks, ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures, and champion innovation and operational excellence across all Microsoft platforms.

We're looking for someone with:

• Significant expertise in Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, Intune, SharePoint, and Power Platform.
• Advanced skills in managing identity and access governance, endpoint security, and automation.
• A proactive mindset with excellent time management and problem-solving capabilities.
• A collaborative approach to working across teams and with external partners.

For further information, please view the attached position description.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• Significant experience in an equivalent IT role (7+ years)
• Proven Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, Intune, SharePoint, PowerPlatform experience.
• Strong understanding of identity and access management (RBAC, PIM, CIEM)
• National Police Clearance
• Current 'C' class driver's license
• Rights to work in Australia

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• Housing Allowance & Utilities Support: Housing Allowance and utilities assistance, easing the burden of rent and utility expenses (applies to site-based only)
• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 6 weeks annual leave, complemented with 17.5% leave loading plus an additional 2 public holidays a year
• Relocation Assistance: Receive up to $10,000 in relocation assistance (applies to site-based only)
• Superannuation: 12% Superannuation, with a co-contribution scheme of up to 14%
• Wellness program: Enjoy perks like free gym membership and access to pool facilities
• Training & Development: We're committed to your career growth
• Salary packaging: Save on costs with our flexible salary packaging options, from assisting with the price of rent of leasing a new vehicle through a novated lease
• Plus much more

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721

Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. Applicants who do not attach a cover letter may not be considered in the first round of shortlisting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six-month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

For further information about this position please contact our recruitment team via .au

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close 11.30pm Sunday 19th October 2025

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.