Hands-On IT Lead for SMB Construction

Cox Purtell Staffing Services; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a family-owned Sydney construction company, seeks an experienced IT generalist to own and run the IT function from office to site. You will manage devices, systems, security and a range of cloud platforms, while coordinating with directors and vendors.

The role covers onboarding/offboarding, training, and hands-on support across project sites, with scope to automate processes and apply AI tools. Five days a week in the office is expected.

Qualifications

• Solid hands-on IT generalist experience in an SMB environment.
• Ability to run IT autonomously with multiple priorities.
• Clear, patient communication with non-technical users.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line and escalation support to ~65 users on site and office.
• Resolve access, connectivity and hardware issues including SharePoint and email.
• Deliver practical training to maximise tool usage.
• Manage Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Entra ID and Intune.
• Onboard/offboard: accounts, devices, permissions and licences.
• Support cloud platforms used across project management, procurement, safety and finance.
• Own device lifecycle: laptops, mobiles and iPads; purchasing, setup, repairs, retirement.
• Maintain asset register and software licences; manage printers/copiers.
• Oversee site office setups at projects; visit monthly or bi-monthly.
• Maintain security settings and respond to cyber insurance questionnaires.
• Manage relationships with hardware/software vendors and MSP; automate manual processes, including AI tools.

Skills

Senior IT generalist

Systems administrator

IT support lead

Microsoft 365

SharePoint

Entra ID

Intune

MDM tools

Automation

AI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT

Tools

Procore

SharePoint

Intune

Entra ID

Job description

Our client, a family-owned Sydney construction company, seeks an experienced IT generalist to own and run the IT function from office to site. You will manage devices, systems, security and a range of cloud platforms, while coordinating with directors and vendors.

The role covers onboarding/offboarding, training, and hands-on support across project sites, with scope to automate processes and apply AI tools. Five days a week in the office is expected.