This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026
The School
Recognised as a high-quality educational campus and one of the first Independent Public Schools (IPS) in WA, students at Mindarie Senior College (SC) are strongly engaged in all facets of their learning. The highly motivated and knowledgeable staff are enthusiastic about teaching and are engaged in classroom observation and conferencing. The College’s focus is on preparing students for their next step in life, their future aspirations.
The staff embrace contemporary and effective teaching strategies to ensure all students have the opportunity to achieve the best possible outcomes. It has sweeping ocean views and is located 39 kilometres north of the city of Perth in the northern coastal corridor. The College promotes a ‘Young Adult Ethos’ environment that encourages students to take ownership of their own learning.
We provide a comprehensive education with pathways leading to attainment of an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR), Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualifications or future employment. Our broad curriculum ensures students can pursue their passions, which will engage and motivate them to be productive, independent learners. Mindarie SC works in partnership with Real Schools to embed restorative practices, fostering strong, respectful relationships that underpin a positive and inclusive learning culture for both staff and students.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.mindarie.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Network Administrator to join our College to manage the College network environment end-to-end, with a strong focus on reliability, cybersecurity and system administration.
As a Network Administrator, you would be responsible for managing and maintaining the site’s network infrastructure, overseeing risk management including data security, system backups and disaster recovery protocols, as well as contributing to system enhancements by researching and identifying appropriate IT resources.
The successful applicant should have the technical knowledge and skills to manage of a range of hardware, software and other information technology resources. This includes an ability to configure and implement hardware, Windows servers, including the creation and management of virtual machines, ability to improve the cyber security footprint of the College network and develop strategies for implementing new and emerging technology.
Working knowledge of a range of operating systems across a range of devices such as Windows, MacOS, Android, IOS and Linux, and relevant experience with the Departments’ Standard Operating Environment (SOE) would be an advantage.
Liaising with internal teams and external suppliers, you would facilitate the effective resolution of network administration challenges, proactively maintain a reliable and secure IT environment and lead the management and renewal plans for all IT related infrastructure, assets and resources. In addition, the Network Administrator provides advice to staff on technical issues associated with the network system and provides technical support and training to all users, including Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). You should have the ability to work with staff in building their capacity to use technologies and be able to provide a high level of technical support to staff and students to ensure positive outcomes.
Your ability to apply conceptual and analytical thought processes and develop innovative solutions, along with well-developed interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to show initiative and work autonomously, would be advantageous for your success.
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 Emilynne Evans, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 6207 5504 or emilynne.evans@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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
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 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 skills and experience in administering a computer network and facilitating access to applications.
- Demonstrated knowledge of hardware, software and other information technology resources including software licensing and Information Technology copyright obligations and regulations.
- Demonstrated organisational skills with the ability to work with limited supervision and prioritise duties in a demanding environment.
- Demonstrated conceptual and analytical skills relevant to computer support.
The remaining selection criteria (5 and 6) will be addressed at further assessment stage.
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/SS1042946
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 8 June 2026
