System Administrator

Date published

05 Jul 2022

Applications close

19 Jul 2026

Location

Brisbane Base

Job ID

519749

System Administrator

The Systems Administrator will be responsible for maintenance, configuration & reliable operation of computer systems, servers and network equipment!

Classifications

  • IT & Telecomms
  • System Administration
  • Contract or Temp

Key points

  • Up to 100K + Super + tax-free benefits of up to $18,550
  • Full time role based in Brisbane
  • Opportunity to be a part of the iconic RFDS team!

Description

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) in Queensland are leaders in providing access to aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural, and regional locations. As we head toward our 100th year of providing services, we are focused on providing safe, innovative clinical care and improving the patient experience.

One of the strategic initiatives moving RFDS into the future is the Digital Transformation Program. In our forward journey, we have implemented a rapid growth strategy with a particular emphasis on the maintenance, configuration, and streamlining of computer systems, servers, and networking equipment. To deliver our goal, we are growing our team with the addition of a System Administrator.

The System Administrator will coordinate day-to-day technology Operations and support the business with:

  • Leading service delivery support efforts ensuring problems are resolved promptly
  • Providing an escalation point and advice for Service Delivery staff
  • Maintain and support all core ICT systems, software, networks, and infrastructure
  • Managing and maintaining infrastructure documentation
  • Ensuring best practice ICT security and ITIL processes
The System Administrator is a full-time position on a maximum term contract for 12 months and is based in Brisbane.

While the initial contract is 12 months (with the possibility of extension), there are additional opportunities to provide project support to the wider team allowing growth and upskilling opportunities.

Who we are looking for?

We’re looking for someone with a solid foundation of Systems Administration skills, with experience and interest in LAN/WAN/WLAN being highly desirable.

To be successful in this role you will possess the following:

  • Microsoft MCSA certification(s), or proven equivalent experience
  • Basic networking certifications, or proven equivalent experience
  • Extensive experience in ICT operations and/or support functions
  • Strong technical knowledge of hardware and software solutions
  • Strong experience in Windows server environments and supporting technologies
  • Exposure to Cloud technologies, such as Microsoft Azure or AWS
  • Experience with virtualisation, such as Hyper-V, VMWare or equivalent
  • Experience with Active Directory, MS Exchange Server/Exchange Online, Anti-virus and Office 365
  • Experience with rollouts, deployments, and exposure to scripting (Powershell)
  • Some networking experience (Switching / Wireless) with preferably Aruba HPE or Cisco
About our offering

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 supportive team of people who are passionate about our purpose and proud of their contribution
  • Up to $100,000 base salary + superannuation
  • Access to generous not-for-profit tax-free benefits of up to $18,550
  • Orientation program including an onsite aeromedical base tour
  • Additional company superannuation contribution program
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program including counselling, nutrition sessions, financial sessions, and legal advice
  • Private health insurance discounts
  • Novated leasing available
  • Access to a full allocation of a newly launched uniform range at no cost
  • Opportunity to be a part of the iconic Royal Flying Doctor Service team!

Interested?

This role will close on the 20th July 2022 however; shortlisting will commence before the end date so don’t delay in applying!

For further information regarding this role please contact RFDS Talent Acquisition Advisor, Lachlan Otto on 0408 520 532.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland) is passionate about fostering equality within the workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and people of culturally diverse backgrounds.

Please note: This role will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, will be subject to criminal history and may be required to undergo a preemployment medical assessment. There may be a requirement to travel in QLD for this role and work out of hours maybe required to respond to unscheduled outages and major incidents affecting critical systems.

RFDS (Queensland Section) works with vulnerable patients in remote parts of Queensland and provides an essential service to many regional and remote communities. To ensure the health and safety of our staff, our patients, and these communities, as well as to manage the risks involved in service delivery and COVID-19 transmission in these communities and our workplaces, our staff are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are the successful candidate the requirement to be vaccinated against COVID-19, including maintaining any recommended booster requirements, will be a term of your employment, as will the requirement to provide proof of vaccination.