Information Systems ECT are seeking to establish a pool of Senior Consultants - Computer and Network for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during 2026 and up to the end of December 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
The School Curriculum and Standards Division provides administrative and secretariat services for, and implements the decisions of the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (the Authority). The Authority provides quality curriculum, assessment and standards to enable all Western Australian students to become confident, creative learners and active, informed citizens who contribute positively to society.
The Role
The Senior Consultant is responsible for providing specialist technical expertise and consultancy to support the Authority’s information systems, networks, and cloud infrastructure. This position ensures the delivery of secure and reliable IT services in alignment with organisational objectives and service management principles. Key functions include managing the installation, configuration, and maintenance of on-premises and cloud-based systems, overseeing infrastructure and capacity planning, and implementing and maintaining security measures. The role also leads disaster recovery and business continuity planning, ensuring compliance with governance and regulatory requirements while working with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to resolve complex technical issues.
In addition, the Senior Consultant is accountable for coordinating the development and implementation of both short and long-term information systems projects, managing procurement and vendor relationships, and maintaining accurate documentation and records in accordance with organisational policies.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Cannington and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
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 Dean Scott Manager Information Systems ECT on (08) 9442 9413 or by emailing dean.scott@scsa.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces 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.
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
- hold a tertiary qualification in information technology, relevant industry qualifications or equivalent substantial experience
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and 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 being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to four (4) 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 substantial experience with major systems design, development and implementation and with the formation of IT systems development plans, methodologies associated with system development life cycles and project management in a hybrid on-premises and cloud-based systems development environment.
- Demonstrated highly developed management skills, including a proven ability to prepare, plan and control project schedules and resources.
- Demonstrated highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to write system documentation.
- Highly developed conceptual and analytical skills that demonstrate the ability to identify and clarify problems and generate appropriate strategies to address them.
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: DOE1007580
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 30 January 2026
