Senior Education ICT Technician — Advanced Support

Bytewize; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Top rates guaranteed

Salary reviews

Flexible contracts

Company vehicle

Ongoing training

Job summary

Bytewize is seeking experienced IT professionals to deliver technical support services to Victorian schools through the TSSP program. Roles involve managing ICT infrastructure, supporting staff and students, and administering complex enterprise environments.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of industry experience, with preference for TSSP or education-sector ICT, and must be eligible to work in Australia. Various contract, casual, or permanent options may be available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of ICT industry experience.
• Experience in education sector or TSSP program preferred.
• Eligibility to work in Australia (citizen, PR, or permanent visa).

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain ICT infrastructure across Department of Education schools.
• Administer and support school networks and server environments.
• Provide ICT support services in large, technology-driven learning environments.
• Collaborate with school leadership and deliver ICT professional development when required.

Skills

Windows/Linux servers

MDM deployment

Enterprise networking

SOE & image deployment

Desktops/notebooks fleet

BYOD planning/deployment

Technical documentation

Job description

Bytewize Vacancy 2026-2737 for Specialist Technicians

Melbourne, Australia | Posted on 24/09/2026

Technical Support to Schools Program (TSSP) – Education Sector

Location: Victoria | Employment Type: Contract, Casual, or Permanent | Salary: $80,000 – $110,000 (pro-rata)

About Bytewize

Bytewize is seeking highly experienced IT professionals to join our team in both contract and ongoing employment positions. Successful candidates will be employed by Bytewize to deliver technical support services to the Department of Education through the Technical Support to Schools Program (TSSP).

Established in 2001, Bytewize is a long-standing panel member of the TSSP and has built a strong reputation for delivering reliable ICT support across Victorian schools and private enterprise corporate business.

About the Role

These are not entry-level positions. To be considered, candidates must have at least 5 years of industry experience, including:

• Previous experience within the TSSP program; OR
  
• Extensive experience in the education sector; OR
  

You will be responsible for managing and maintaining ICT infrastructure in schools, supporting both staff and students, and administering complex enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain ICT infrastructure across Department of Education schools.
  
• Administer and support school networks and server environments.
  
• Provide ICT support services in large, technology-driven learning environments.
  
• Collaborate with school leadership teams and deliver ICT professional development when required.
  

Essential Technical Skills

• Administration of Windows and Linux-based servers.
  
• Mobile Device Management (MDM) deployment and administration.
  
• Advanced enterprise networking (Cisco & HP switching).
  
• SOE and image deployment, with advanced troubleshooting skills.
  
• Experience supporting large fleets of desktops and notebooks.
  
• Experience with 1:1 and BYOD device planning, deployment, and management.
  
• Strong technical documentation skills.
  

Highly Regarded

• Previous TSSP experience.
  
• Demonstrated success in education-sector ICT.
  
• Ability to plan/deliver ICT training sessions for staff.
  

Personal Attributes Required

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
• Strong problem-solving and escalation skills.
  
• Punctual, reliable, and well-organised.
  
• Excellent people and communication skills.
  
• Systematic troubleshooting approach.
  
• Eligibility to work in Australia (citizen, PR, or permanent visa).
  
• Current driver’s licence and reliable motor vehicle.
  
• Willingness to undergo police and background checks.
  
• Salary range $80,000 – $110,000 (pro-rata).
  
• Top rates guaranteed, based on skills and experience.
  
• Regular performance-based salary reviews.
  
• Flexible employment options: contract, casual, or permanent.
  
• Part-time and full-time positions available.
  
• Access to salary packaging options.
  
• Company vehicle opportunities (role dependent).
  
• Ongoing training and professional development.
  

Applications must be submitted before the target date listed in the vacancy. Late applications will not be accepted.

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