Systems Administrator

Banhamswa; Perth; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Banhams WA, a Western Australian business delivering fire protection, plumbing, electrical and maintenance services, seeks an experienced Systems Administrator to manage and support IT infrastructure across operations and administration.

You will administer operating systems, servers, cloud environment, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Entra ID and related security controls, ensuring backups and performance while enabling business growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in information technology, computer science, information systems or related discipline.
• At least two years of relevant systems administration experience.
• Experience administering Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, Entra ID, and cloud systems.
• Experience with monitoring, backup/recovery, network administration, cybersecurity and access management.
• Strong analytical, diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and respond to operational issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, install, configure and maintain operating systems, servers, cloud platforms and related hardware/software.
• Administer Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Entra ID, user accounts, permissions and access controls.
• Monitor system availability, security, storage and performance; resolve issues.
• Implement updates, security patches, endpoint protection and cybersecurity controls.
• Manage backup, recovery and disaster recovery arrangements to protect information and continuity.
• Diagnose and resolve complex system, server, network and business app issues.
• Maintain systems used by fire protection, plumbing, electrical, finance, payroll and admin teams.
• Coordinate upgrades, migrations, integrations and technology improvements.
• Liaise with external providers on licensing, infrastructure and support.
• Maintain documentation, asset registers and security records.
• Provide technical guidance to employees across the business.

Skills

Analytical skills

Diagnostic skills

Troubleshooting

Prioritisation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT / related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Windows Server

Active Directory

Entra ID

Cloud platforms

Job description

Location: Greenwood, 6024, Perth, Western Australia
Job Type: Full-time
Applications close: 18 September 2026
Salary range: $85,000 - $104,000 .

About Banhams WA

Banhams WA is an established Western Australian business providing fire protection, plumbing, electrical and maintenance services. Our operations are supported by a diverse workforce of office-based employees and field technicians who rely on secure, reliable and integrated information technology systems.

We are seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to manage, maintain and support the systems infrastructure required across our operational and administrative divisions.

About the Position

The Systems Administrator will be responsible for administering Banhams WA's operating systems, servers, cloud environment, business software and associated technology infrastructure.

The position will focus on maintaining system integrity, security, availability, backup and performance while supporting the continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Planning, installing, configuring and maintaining operating systems, servers, cloud platforms and associated hardware and software.
• Administering Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Entra ID, user accounts, permissions and access controls.
• Monitoring system availability, security, storage capacity and performance, and resolving identified issues.
• Implementing system updates, security patches, endpoint protection and other cybersecurity controls.
• Managing backup, recovery and disaster recovery arrangements to protect business information and maintain operational continuity.
• Diagnosing and resolving complex system, server, network and business application issues.
• Maintaining and improving the systems and software used by the fire protection, plumbing, electrical, finance, payroll and administration teams.
• Coordinating system upgrades, migrations, integrations and other technology improvement projects.
• Liaising with external technology providers regarding software licensing, infrastructure, telecommunications and technical support.
• Maintaining accurate system documentation, asset registers, technical procedures and security records.
• Providing technical guidance and systems support to employees across the business.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must have:

• A bachelor's degree or higher qualification in information technology, computer science, information systems or a closely related discipline.
• At least two years of relevant professional experience in systems administration or a comparable position.
• Demonstrated experience administering Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, Entra ID and cloud-based systems.
• Experience with system monitoring, backup and recovery, network administration, cybersecurity and access management.
• Strong analytical, diagnostic and technical troubleshooting skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively to operational issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical matters to non-technical employees.

Experience supporting a multi-site trade services, construction or maintenance business will be highly regarded.

Banhams WA is an equal opportunity employer. Applications will be assessed based on the qualifications, experience and skills required for the position.