Network Administrator

Department of Education, Western Australia; Shire Of Esperance; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School (KBCHS) is seeking a Network Administrator for a 6-month fixed-term, full-time role commencing as soon as possible. The role covers maintaining a secure IT environment, managing network infrastructure, user access and backups for the KBCHS community of students and staff in a regional Western Australia setting.

The successful applicant will coordinate system updates, troubleshoot issues, support licensing compliance and work with DOE IT Support and

Qualifications

• Maintain a reliable, secure IT environment for staff and students.
• Manage network infrastructure, user access, password maintenance, backups and data security.
• Support compliance with software licensing and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate system updates, troubleshoot issues and respond to system failures.
• Proactively identify risks and propose technology improvements.
• Provide guidance to staff on effective use of IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a reliable, secure IT environment supporting 900+ students and staff at KBCHS.
• Manage network infrastructure, user access, password maintenance, backups and data security.
• Support compliance with licensing, IT copyright obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate system updates and maintenance; troubleshoot issues and respond to failures.
• Proactively identify risks and propose technology improvements aligned with IT goals.
• Provide practical support and guidance to staff for effective use of IT systems.

Job description

This is a 6-month fixed term, full-time position commencing as soon as possible with possible extension and/or permanency

Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School (KBCHS) was established in 2006 and proudly provides quality secondary education for students in Years 7 to 10. With an enrolment of more than 900 students, the school is a diverse and inclusive community that brings together young people from a wide range of socio-economic, cultural and educational backgrounds. This diversity contributes to a vibrant, supportive and collaborative school culture, where strong relationships between students, staff, families and the wider community are highly valued.

Located approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth, Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a major regional centre with a proud history and a strong connection to the resources and mining industries. KBCHS is committed to working collaboratively with the local community and key partners to provide an innovative, engaging and supportive learning environment. The school seeks to create opportunities that motivate students, build confidence and develop the skills, knowledge and resilience required for success both during their secondary schooling and beyond.

Kalgoorlie-Boulder offers a comprehensive range of facilities, services and infrastructure, making it a well-established and comfortable regional location in which to live and work. The community has a strong sense of identity and takes great pride in its history, heritage and unique cultural diversity. The region also recognises and celebrates its rich Aboriginal histories and cultures, which form an important part of the local community and the school’s broader context.

KBCHS provides a broad range of specialist programs and opportunities designed to meet the diverse interests, strengths and needs of its students. These include the Clontarf and Stars Academies, which provide targeted support, mentoring and opportunities for Aboriginal students. The school also promotes innovation and engagement through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) initiatives, including robotics and other technology-focused programs.

Alongside these opportunities, students are encouraged to participate in a range of sporting and extracurricular programs, including football and netball. These programs provide opportunities for students to develop teamwork, leadership, resilience and a strong sense of belonging while representing the school and engaging with the wider community.

KBCHS is committed to providing a positive and inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to participate, achieve and reach their potential. Through strong community partnerships, innovative programs and a focus on student engagement and wellbeing, the school continues to play an important role in supporting young people and the broader Kalgoorlie-Boulder community.

Find out more about our school by visiting www.kalgoorlie-boulderchs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

The Network Administrator will assist in play a key role in maintaining a reliable, secure and effective Information Technology (IT) environment supporting more than 900 students and staff at KBCHS. The successful applicant will ideally be responsible for managing network infrastructure, user access and permissions, password maintenance, system backups, data security and disaster recovery processes. They should also be able to support compliance with software licensing, IT copyright obligations and relevant regulatory requirements, ensuring risks and potential breaches are identified and addressed appropriately.

The role will provide practical technical support and advice across the College, and can include assistance with CCTV enquiries and collaboration with Department of Education IT Support and external providers to resolve hardware, software, connectivity and network issues. The successful applicant will ideally coordinate system updates and maintenance, troubleshoot technical issues, respond promptly to system failures and contribute to improving the overall performance, reliability and security of the College’s IT environment.

A proactive, solutions-focused approach is highly valued. The successful applicant will ideally be able to identify potential risks and areas for improvement, recommend and implement appropriate technology solutions, and research emerging technologies that may benefit the College. They will ideally provide practical support, advice and guidance to staff, helping build confidence and capability in the effective use of IT systems and ensuring technology continues to support teaching, learning and the broader operations of KBCHS.

Ideally, they should take a proactive approach to identifying risks and recommending improvements aligned with the school’s IT goals.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Serena Grace, Manager Corporate Services, on [phone] or emailing [e-mail].

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1069379

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 23 October 2026