Information Technology Manager

St Mary MacKillop College; City Of Busselton; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary MacKillop College is seeking an experienced IT Manager to oversee the performance, security and future development of the College IT environment. This role blends strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise, project management, and staff and student guidance to ensure technology solutions align with the evolving needs of the College community.

The successful candidate will have tertiary ICT qualifications with strong Microsoft knowledge; Apple systems experience is a bonus.

Qualifications

• Tertiary ICT qualifications with strong Microsoft knowledge.
• Experience with Apple systems a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and team leadership skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication with staff, students and parents.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service.
• Experience in educational environments.
• Ability to plan and prioritise tasks for a school year.
• Working with Children’s Clearance and National Police Check.
• Willingness to promote Catholic values.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the ICT team.
• Oversee ICT operating and capital budgets.
• Collaborate with College leadership to implement ICT strategy.
• Liaise with CEWA IT and other departments on IT requirements.
• Recommend appropriate technologies, AV hardware and infrastructure.
• Oversee IT risk, security, policies and business continuity.
• Provide technical advice, support and training to staff, students and families.

Skills

Microsoft environments

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

ICT/IT degree

Job description

St Mary MacKillop College is committed to providing quality K-12 Catholic education in the South West region. We are a supportive, caring community with modern facilities designed to engage students and bring learning to life.

• Full-time, ongoing position
• Commencing as soon as practical

Reporting to the Principal and Business Manager, we are seeking an experienced and highly motivated IT Manager to oversee the performance, security and future development of our College IT environment. This diverse role combines strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise, project management, and staff and student guidance, ensuring technology solutions are aligned with the evolving needs of the College community. You will play a key role in creating a secure, efficient and innovative digital experience for both staff and students alike.

Key responsibilities of the position:

• Lead, mentor and management of the ICT team.
• Manage ICT operating and capital budgets.
• Collaborate with college leadership to implement the ICT sections of the strategic plan.
• Liaise with CEWA IT and other CEWA departments in all IT requirements.
• Recommend appropriate technologies, audio visual hardware and infrastructure.
• Oversee IT risk and compliance, policies and procedures, security and data management, disaster recovery and business continuity requirements.
• Provide technical advice, support and training to all college staff, students and families.

We are seeking someone with:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications with strong technical knowledge in Microsoft environments. Experience in Apple systems a benefit.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage and lead a team.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills with staff, students and parents.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to customer service.
• Commitment to an educational environment.
• Ability to plan out a school year tasks, prioritising effectively on a daily basis.
• A Working with Children’s Clearance and National Police Criminal History Check.
• A willingness to promote and support Catholic values as a member of the St Mary MacKillop College community.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Thursday 30 September 2026

Please note that applications may be reviewed as received and interviews may be arranged for suitable applicants during this timeframe. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.