Senior Systems Administrator
Senior Systems Administrator
Your expertise keeps our mission running! Lead maintenance, reliability, scalability & security across computer systems, servers, & network equipment
Classifications
- IT & Telecomms
- System Administration
- Permanent / Full Time
Key points
- Up to 125K + super + tax-free benefits of up to $18,550
- Permanent, full-time, role based in Brisbane
- Join the iconic RFDS team and help deliver meaningful healthcare solutions!
Description
Join the iconic Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) as we near 100 years of delivering the finest care to the furthest corners of rural and remote Queensland. As a leader in aeromedical and primary healthcare, the RFDS is embracing exciting new initiatives and transformative projects that will shape the future of our services and strengthen our mission to provide healthcare where it’s needed most.
This is more than just a role - it’s a chance to be at the heart of the RFDS Digital & Technology team, coordinating day‑to‑day operations to ensure critical systems run seamlessly and staff have the tools they need to deliver care.
As Senior Systems Administrator, you will manage escalations from Service Delivery, maintain and optimise the health of core systems, and take ownership of the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of servers, networks, and enterprise solutions. Working under the direction of the ICT Infrastructure and Operations Lead, you will support operational activities, changes, and projects while also providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship to strengthen the wider team. Based in Brisbane, this permanent full‑time role offers the chance to contribute to meaningful projects, support a dedicated team, and play a pivotal part in ensuring the RFDS continues to deliver essential healthcare.
Who are we looking for?
To be successful in this senior role, you will bring:
- The ability to mentor and support junior team members
- Microsoft MCSA certification(s), or proven equivalent experience
- Networking certifications or equivalent experience (HPE/Aruba preferred)
- Extensive experience in ICT operations and enterprise support functions
- Strong technical knowledge of hardware and software solutions
- Deep expertise in Windows server environments and supporting technologies
- Experience in Cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS
- Experience with virtualisation (Hyper‑V, VMware or equivalent)
- Proficiency with Active Directory, MS Exchange Server/Exchange Online, Office 365, and security solutions
- Experience in deployments, scripting (PowerShell) and automation
- Demonstrated incident management and problem‑solving skills
At the RFDS (Queensland Section), you’ll be driven by purpose not tasks; it's about being part of an organisation where, whatever your role, you make a difference each day to people’s lives. We offer flexibility so you can look after your well-being and commitments, getting the very best from life professionally and personally.
We value our people, and we are passionate about making a difference for people who live, work and travel in remote, rural, and regional Australia. By joining the RFDS (Queensland Section), you will have access to the following:
- Work with a great team of people who are passionate about our purpose and proud of their contribution!
- Base salary up to 125K + superannuation
- Access to generous not-for-profit tax-free benefits up to $18,550
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program including counselling, nutrition sessions, financial sessions, and legal advice
- Private health insurance discounts
- Full uniform allocation
- Access to our Fitness Passport (for staff and family members)!
- RemServ Rewards, where members receive cashback benefits on purchases from hundreds of leading Australian retailers, including groceries, fashion, technology and travel.
Applications will close by 6 January 2026! If you’re ready to contribute to a meaningful cause and thrive in a role that makes a real impact, apply now to join the RFDS team!
For further information regarding this role please contact RFDS Talent Acquisition on 07 3852 7553 or recruitment@rfdsqld.com.au
Successful candidates will be subject to a police check and will be required to undergo a medical assessment and pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. You must possess a valid, unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence and be able to obtain an ASIC Card.
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Queensland Section acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the Traditional Custodians of the land. The RFDS is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of healthcare. We embrace diversity and welcome all people irrespective of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation or gender identity.
The RFDS is committed to the protection of human and legal rights, including the rights of children, young people and adults to be safe, heard and cared for. In upholding the Universal Principle, RFDS is committed to creating an organisational environment that ensures Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families feel welcome, safe, valued, included and respected.
