Senior Network Engineer

Join us and help shape the future of health IT in the Hunter New England region.

Apply Now to bring your skills and passion to a team making a real difference in the community.

Remuneration: $113,645 - $131,806 p.a. + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Sky Central, Charlestown

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to June 2026, with view to future permanency

Position Classification: Senior Analyst

Hours per week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ605293

Closing Date: Sunday 12th October 2025

About Us:

Join the dynamic team at Sky Central Charlestown, part of the Hunter New England Health District - one of the largest employers in the region. Our modern facility is located just south of Newcastle, offering the perfect balance of city access and coastal lifestyle.

The Team Culture:

We are a collaborative and outcomes-focused team committed to service excellence and innovation. Our workplace fosters inclusion, respect, and continuous improvement, where team members are encouraged to share ideas and drive meaningful change.

The Opportunity:

As a Network Infrastructure Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful operation of our network infrastructure. This includes the design, installation, monitoring, and maintenance of the organisation's ICT network and associated hardware/software that support HNE Health's core systems.

While the Position Description covers the technical requirements, here's what else you can expect:

• A fast-paced and varied environment where no two days are the same
• The opportunity to work across multiple sites and support diverse health teams
• Collaborative engagement with stakeholders to improve service delivery
• Proactive involvement in planning and developing the network roadmap

About You:

We're looking for someone who is:

• A strong communicator with exceptional stakeholder management abilities
• Outcome-driven and passionate about problem-solving and continuous improvement
• Capable of managing multiple priorities and facilitating detailed analysis
• Experienced in providing user-focused support and knowing when to escalate issues
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider IT&T network

What's Essential:

• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• The ability to manage competing priorities with professionalism
• Solid experience in network planning, maintenance, and support

Support and Development

We are committed to your success. In this role, you will receive:

• A comprehensive orientation and onboarding program
• Ongoing professional development and educational opportunities
• Access to a wide network of experienced health IT professionals
• Salary packaging benefits and health and wellbeing programs

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day

Additional Information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.

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Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:

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This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS via or

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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