IT Manager - Marymount College, BURLEIGH WATERS

Brisbane Catholic Education; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education seeks an experienced IT Manager to lead the ICT strategy, operations and infrastructure for Marymount College, Burleigh Waters. You will guide the leadership team on technology direction, ensure robust Mac-based student devices, and manage budgets and staff.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, collaboration with the school community, and delivering reliable ICT services to support teaching and learning.

Qualifications

• Experience managing ICT operations and providing strategic advice to leadership.
• Strong knowledge of Apple hardware and macOS in a school context.
• Experience managing ICT budgets and allocating resources.

Responsibilities

• Manage the ICT strategic direction of ICT operations within the school.
• Investigate and implement hardware, software and ICT infrastructure in consultation with the Leadership Team.
• Provide strategic advice on technology, infrastructure improvements and sector trends.
• Manage ICT staff, including performance management, training and workforce planning.

Skills

ICT operations management

Apple Macs expertise

Budget management

Leadership and staff development

Strategic ICT planning

Education

Diploma in ICT

Job description

About our school

Embrace Marymount College's holistic approach to education, which integrates academic, spiritual, and pastoral dimensions, and contribute to a school with a proven track record of excellence in academics, arts, and athletics. Engage with a diverse, inclusive community and align with our inspirational mission grounded in the teachings of Jesus, Mary, and St. Francis, fostering a meaningful and fulfilling work environment.

Marymount offers a dynamic and forward-thinking educational environment where evidence-based teaching methods and ongoing professional development are key. Join a collaborative and supportive faculty that values your contributions and encourages growth, while enjoying a balanced workload with non-contact hours and flexible scheduling for a healthy work-life balance. Benefit from a prime location near vibrant cafes and the coast, with convenient public transport options. Experience the advantages of teaching where the college vision and mission statement advocate for strong student-teacher relationships. Our favourable support staff-to-teacher ratio ensures you have the resources needed to succeed. Situated on site with Mary, Mother of Mercy Church and Marymount Primary school, there is a consistent approach to Catholic education that is supported from Prep right through to Year 12. The facilities on site including multiple ovals, gymnasium, barista, and pool, help you to ensure a healthy work-life balance as member of our Marymount community. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary

Join Marymount College, Burleigh as IT Manager and drive the innovative planning and delivery of ICT services and play a key role in achieving the school’s strategic goals and operational excellence. We are seeking a proactive, tech-savvy IT Manager with strong leadership skills, solid experience and knowledge working with Mac Operating Systems.

• Location:Marymount College - Burleigh Waters (S)
• Work hours: 38.00 hours per week | 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m (Monday to Friday)
• Status:Full Time Continuing
• Contact: [phone] | [e-mail]

About the opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Manage the ICT strategic direction of ICT operations within the school, providing strategic advice, analysis and support to the leadership team in relation to ICT
• Investigating and implementing hardware, software and ICT infrastructure, in consultation with the Leadership Team that is sustainable and responsive to the needs of the school community
• Providing strategic advice to the Leadership Team on the operations and future directions of the changing ICT education sector, technology and infrastructure improvement
• Managing the ICT infrastructure and systems budget and resource allocations, providing advice and reports on future requirements
• Managing ICT staff, including performance management, training and development and workforce planning.

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Previous management of ICT operations providing expert advice to a leadership team
• Expertise in evaluating and implementing sustainable hardware, software, and ICT infrastructure
• Marymount College uses Mac operating systems for student laptops; therefore, a strong working knowledge of Apple computers is essential
• In-depth knowledge of the evolving ICT education sector, to be able to offer strategic advice on technology and infrastructure improvements within a school setting
• Experience in managing ICT budgets, resource allocations, and providing insights on future requirements
• Proven ability to manage and develop ICT staff through performance management, training, and workforce planning
• Tertiary qualification at Associate Diploma/Diploma level in ICT or related field
• For this position you are not required to be Catholic.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

Why choose BCE

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals.As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:

• Opportunities for career advancementand professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethicsand Microsoft Australia News Centre
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
• Active staff social club and wellness programs
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters acommitment to the safeguarding of childrenand promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

Equity and inclusion are at thecore of our Catholic valuesand we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.