Senior Systems Engineer

NSW Health; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 123,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks annual leave (pro‑rata)

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging up to $11,600 + noved

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead and maintain the server infrastructure that supports the district's healthcare delivery. You will design, implement and manage server-based IT services, collaborating with the wider IT team to ensure secure, reliable systems for staff and communities.

You will drive monitoring, maintenance, documentation and disaster recovery planning, with responsibilities spanning Windows, Linux/Unix, VMware/Hyper-V, Citrix,

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in supporting large-scale server environments (Windows Server, Linux/Unix).
• Windows Server administration, engineering and troubleshooting in large enterprise environments.
• Experience with virtualization: VMware vSphere and/or Hyper-V.
• Experience with Citrix environments: V Apps & Desktops, Cloud, NetScaler/ADC, StoreFront.
• Azure and hybrid infrastructure—cloud and on-premises integration.
• Server hardware, storage, backup and disaster recovery technologies.
• Infrastructure monitoring, capacity management and fault diagnosis.
• PowerShell scripting and automation to reduce manual work.
• Server security, patching and lifecycle management.
• Willingness to participate in out-of-hours on-call roster.

Responsibilities

• Managing, administering and operating a wide range of server-based IT technologies, including the design and implementation of IT solutions and services.
• Monitoring system performance, undertaking maintenance and troubleshooting issues, and escalating where required to ensure reliable services for staff.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, implementation plans and support documentation.
• Contributing to disaster recovery planning and ensuring systems and infrastructure comply with NSW Health, HNELHD and Australian Government standards, regulations and security requirements.

Skills

Windows Server administration

Linux/Unix administration

Disaster recovery planning

Security compliance

On-call availability

Communication skills

Tools

VMware vSphere

Microsoft Hyper-V

Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops

Citrix Cloud

Citrix NetScaler/ADC

StoreFront

Microsoft Azure

Windows Server

PowerShell scripting

Job description

Employment Type:Permanent Full Time
Position Classification:Computer Manager Grade 1
Remuneration:$122,919.00 - $142,561.00 Per annum + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ700977
Location: Charlestown
Applications Close: Sunday, 22nd November 2026 at 11:59pm

Power the technology behind better healthcare – lead the server infrastructure that keeps Hunter New England Health connected, secure and running.

About the Opportunity

Join Hunter New England Local Health District as a Senior Systems Engineer and play a key role in delivering and maintaining the server infrastructure and technology services that support healthcare delivery across our district. This is an opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a large and complex health environment, contributing to reliable IT services that support our staff and the communities we serve.

About the Role

You will lead and participate in the design, implementation and management of server and platform Infrastructure across HNELHD. Working collaboratively with the broader IT team, you will manage a diverse range of server-based technologies, undertake system maintenance, monitoring and performance tuning, troubleshoot technical issues and contribute to disaster recovery planning. You will also ensure infrastructure and services meet established standards, security requirements and organisational needs.
Key responsibilities include:

Managing, administering and operating a wide range of server-based IT technologies, including the design and implementation of IT solutions and services.

Monitoring system performance, undertaking maintenance and troubleshooting issues, and escalating where required to ensure reliable services for staff.

Produce and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, implementation plans and support documentation.

Contributing to disaster recovery planning and ensuring systems and infrastructure comply with NSW Health, HNELHD and Australian Government standards, regulations and security requirements.

About You

We are looking for an experienced and technically capable systems professional with a strong background in supporting large-scale server environments.
You will bring demonstrated experience in several of the following areas:

• Demonstrated experience and/or qualifications in supporting large scale server environments underpinned by Microsoft Windows Server, Linux / Unix.
• Microsoft Windows Server administration, engineering and troubleshooting in large enterprise environments
• Enterprise virtualisation technologies, preferably VMware vSphere and/or Microsoft Hyper‑V.
• Experience supporting enterprise Citrix environments, including Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, Citrix Cloud, Citrix NetScaler/ADC and StoreFront, with a focus on availability, performance, security, lifecycle management and operational support.
• Microsoft Azure and hybrid infrastructure, including the integration of cloud and on‑premises services.
• Enterprise server hardware, storage, backup and disaster recovery technologies.
• Infrastructure monitoring, capacity management, performance analysis and fault diagnosis.
• PowerShell scripting and automation, with experience using automation to improve repeatability and reduce manual administration.
• Server security, vulnerability remediation, patching, hardening and infrastructure lifecycle management.
• Availability to participate in an out‑of‑hours on‑call roster.
• Strong communication skills to build effective working relationships across technical teams and the wider organisation.
• Knowledge of current industry trends and technologies, both within the IT environment and in the context of modern healthcare delivery, to ensure IT services align with organisational business goals.

The Benefits

AtHunter New England Healthenjoy a career whereyou'rechallenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Proximity to shopping and other services
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
Salary packaging options-up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passportfor health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.Our commitment to a workforce that reflects thecommunity we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If yourequireany accommodations or adjustments to the recruitmentprocess,please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact***************@health.nsw.gov.aufor confidential support.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate isidentifiedfor the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

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