Graduate Infrastructure Engineer — Mentored Tech Growth

Peoplebank; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated mentor program

Career development opportunities

Paid annual leave and leave entitile

Job summary

Leaders IT invites graduates to join a structured Infrastructure Engineer program in Australia, partnering with a major telecom client. You will grow within a dedicated team, mentored by a Program Manager and Employee Manager, while contributing to real projects across platforms.

The 12-month program emphasises hands-on learning, ACS membership support, and formal training opportunities to build a long-term technology career.

Qualifications

• Network and infrastructure basics suitable for a graduate program.
• Exposure to enterprise storage (NetApp) and monitoring (Splunk).
• Understanding of Cisco networking devices and OS is desirable.
• Knowledge of Linux and Windows Server environments and security practices.

Skills

Network and Infrastructure studies

NetApp

Cisco switches/routers

USC

Linux DB

Windows Server

Splunk monitoring

Security protocols (implementation and

Tools

NetApp

Splunk

Cisco switches/routers

Linux

Windows Server

Job description

About the Company
Leaders IT (Professional Services division of Peoplebank) are a leading information technology talent consultancy that focuses on providing specialised IT consultants to Tier-1 clients in diverse industries like Banking/Financial Services, Retail, Telecommunications, and Government. Our consultants are engaged in a variety of cutting-edge projects throughout Australia.

About the role
We are working in partnership with a large telecommunications corporation on an opportunity working across major enterprise technology platforms. Our client is looking for a collaborative team player to join their team as a Graduate / Junior Infrastructure Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or junior IT professional looking to build their career within infrastructure, networking, systems administration, and enterprise technology environments. You'll receive ongoing mentoring, training, and hands-on experience while working alongside experienced engineers on meaningful projects.

Skills & Interests
We're looking for candidates with a genuine passion for technology and a willingness to learn. Exposure to any of the following through study, internships, home labs, personal projects, or commercial experience would be beneficial:

• Networking and Infrastructure Studies
• Cisco switches and routers
• Windows Server environments
• Linux administration
• Monitoring tools such as Splunk
• Storage technologies such as NetApp
• Security principles and compliance best practices

Culture & Benefits

• Dedicated Program Manager, Professional Mentor, and Employee Manager to support your technical and professional growth
• Opportunity to develop your skills in a professional environment whilst contributing to meaningful project work
• Permanent employee entitlements, including annual leave, public holidays, sick leave, long service leave, and salary sacrifice options
• ACS membership, certification support, and access to ongoing training and development sessions
• Structured career development designed to set you on the path for a long and successful career in technology

What We Need From You

• Commitment to participating in the structured 12-month program
• A positive attitude and genuine willingness to learn
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• Curiosity, enthusiasm, and a desire to build a career in infrastructure and technology

Recent graduates and junior IT professionals are strongly encouraged to apply. Commercial experience is not essential - we're looking for enthusiastic learners with a passion for technology and a desire to grow.
Leaders IT pride themselves on the continuous support and development of their consulting staff. Their consultant care team take great pride in maintaining a proactive relationship with their onsite consultants.
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