This is a permanent part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2025
Newman Senior High School (SHS) is the jewel in the Iron Heart of the Pilbara. Our staff are committed to every student making exceptional progress, to enjoy learning and to be motivated by The Newman Way, our school values of Care and Compassion, Respect and Responsibility.
The school community is very fortunate to have exceptional support from the community. This includes the Pilbara Education Partnership with BHP and Follow the Dream program. Our local businesses provide opportunities for students with workplace learning and school based traineeships. UWA’s Aspire program supports students who want to pursue university pathways.
Staff and students have together identified the fundamental principles that will guide the way we consistently interact with each other. Our values guide the behaviours we encourage and consistently desire/expect from all school community members.
We care for both ourselves and others by treating people fairly and protecting what we believe is important, as a school with diverse cultures we will treat others with consideration, seek to be included and include others. Whether personal, academic, social or environmental, all school members strive to embrace the opportunities we have, be accountable for our actions and resolve differences in appropriate ways, these behaviours are known as The Newman Way.
Location and Community
Newman, in the heart of the Pilbara, is your gateway to the adventure playground of Karijini National Park, with its epic chasms and pool-filled gorges. It's also where you can get up close to an equally awe-inspiring man-made spectacle - Mount Whaleback Mine, the world's largest open-cut iron ore mine. This welcoming mining and tourism town is 1,184 kilometres north of Perth - that's a short one hour and 45-minute flight or 13-hour road trip from the State's capital.
If you are a fan of sunrises and sunsets, you can catch fantastic views from Radio Hill Lookout, in one word Newman can be described as an outdoor adventure paradise. Within just two hours, you can reach marvellous spots for 4WDing, hiking, fishing, kayaking, swimming and rock climbing. Awe-striking panoramas, natural rock pools, ancient rock formations and wildflowers - our region brims with unique, diverse and wildly coloured landscapes.
With its laid-back country vibe, Newman boasts all the facilities you'd expect of a modern town - a host of restaurants, bars, pubs and even the Pilbara's first golf course, making it an ideal base to explore and experience the Pilbara.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.newmanshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
For more information about Newman visit Destination Newman
The Role
The role of the Technical Support Officer (TSO) is to maintain the school’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) systems and network, ensuring reliability and sustainability to enhance the learning environment.
The successful applicant will provide advice on technical issues and collaborate with administration to maintain and develop the network system. They will also provide technical support and training to all users throughout the school site on various software applications and provide access to systems and resources. In this role, the TSO will be responsible for the installation, troubleshooting, and ongoing maintenance of information systems and ICT equipment in accordance with the school business needs and Department of Education policies and guidelines. This includes maintaining accurate records of ICT assets and resources and the development, implementation, and monitoring of a replacement plan.
The successful applicant will ideally have the ability to work as part of a versatile team, liaise with other Department of Education personnel and communicate with external providers. Experience working in a school would be highly desirable and in particular a thorough understanding of standard operating systems and their associated software. Suitable applicants will work with a diverse range of people and professionals to deliver customer service. The ability to build strong relationships and to work well with key stakeholders is highly desirable.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Doy Wongsak, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9175 8100 or doy.wongsak@education.wa.edu.au
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated knowledge of network systems and platforms relevant to the operating environment.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills relevant to the operational maintenance of Information Technology networks.
- Demonstrated organisational skills, including the ability to plan and implement data security procedures.
- Demonstrated verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external clients.
- Demonstrated practical experience in developing and implementing user-training procedures.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS956543
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 31 March 2025
