Systems Administrator

Australasian Mail Services; Sydney; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Australasian Mail Services Pty Ltd is seeking a Systems Administrator to install, configure, and maintain the organisation's IT infrastructure, ensuring security and reliability to support business operations.

You will manage servers, networks, Active Directory, cloud services, backups, and provide technical support while contributing to ICT projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in ICT (e.g., Computer Science, IT, Network Engineering).
• 1–2+ years post-graduate experience in system administration.
• Experience with server architectures, AD, cloud infra, and enterprise backup solutions.
• Experience managing Windows and/or Linux OS and related services.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, administer, and maintain servers and related infrastructure.
• Manage Windows and/or Linux server environments including services, storage, and permissions.
• Monitor performance, availability, capacity, and resource utilisation; perform patches and upgrades.
• Resolve hardware, OS, application, and infrastructure issues; maintain documentation.
• Administer network infra (DNS, DHCP, VPNs); configure core services and monitor connectivity.

Skills

Scripting: PowerShell/Python/Bash

ITSM processes

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in ICT/related field

Tools

Active Directory

Group Policy

Microsoft 365

Cloud platforms

Job description

The Systems Administrator is responsible for the installation, configuration, administration, monitoring, maintenance, security, and ongoing optimisation of the organisation's IT infrastructure and systems.

The position ensures that servers, operating systems, networks, applications, user accounts, cloud services, backups, and related ICT infrastructure remain secure, reliable, available, and fit for business operations. The Systems Administrator provides technical support to users, investigates and resolves system-related incidents, implements system changes, and contributes to ICT projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

BenefitsTask & responsibilities

Australasian Mail Services Pty Ltd

The Systems Administrator is responsible for the installation, configuration, administration, monitoring, maintenance, security, and ongoing optimisation of the organisation's IT infrastructure and systems.

The position ensures that servers, operating systems, networks, applications, user accounts, cloud services, backups, and related ICT infrastructure remain secure, reliable, available, and fit for business operations. The Systems Administrator provides technical support to users, investigates and resolves system-related incidents, implements system changes, and contributes to ICT projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

BenefitsTask & responsibilities

JOB DUTIES

Systems Administration

• Install, configure, administer, and maintain physical and virtual servers, operating systems, and related infrastructure.
• Manage Windows and/or Linux server environments, including system services, storage, permissions, and system configurations.
• Monitor system performance, availability, capacity, and resource utilisation.
• Perform routine system maintenance, patching, upgrades, and configuration changes.
• Identify and resolve hardware, operating system, application, and infrastructure-related issues.
• Maintain system documentation, configuration records, asset information, and technical procedures.

Network and Infrastructure Management

• Administer and maintain network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless infrastructure, VPNs, and related services.
• Configure and maintain DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, Active Directory, Group Policy, and other core network and directory services.
• Monitor network performance and investigate connectivity, availability, and performance issues.
• Assist with the design, implementation, and improvement of network and infrastructure solutions.

User and Access Administration

• Create, modify, and deactivate user accounts and access permissions in accordance with organisational policies.
• Administer Active Directory, Microsoft 365, cloud platforms, and other identity and access management systems.
• Implement appropriate security controls, permissions, authentication mechanisms, and access policies.
• Provide technical assistance to users and elevate complex |issues where appropriate.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Security and Data Protection

• Implement and maintain system security controls, endpoint protection, firewalls, access controls, and security policies.
• Apply operating system and application security patches and updates.
• Monitor systems for potential security events, vulnerabilities, and unauthorised access.
• Support cybersecurity incident investigation, remediation, and recovery activities.
• Maintain and test backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity procedures.

Backup, Recovery and Business Continuity

• Configure, monitor, and maintain automated data and system backups.
• Regularly verify backup integrity and conduct restoration tests.
• Assist in developing and maintaining disaster recovery procedures.
• Participate in system recovery activities following outages, failures, or security incidents.

Technical Support and Troubleshooting

• Provide second- and third-level technical support for infrastructure and system-related incidents.
• Diagnose problems using system logs, monitoring tools, diagnostic utilities, and structured troubleshooting methodologies.
• Respond to incidents and service requests within agreed service levels.
• Liaise with vendors, service providers, and other ICT personnel to resolve technical issues.

Qualification & experience

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher qualification in a highly relevant ICT field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, System Administration).
• A minimum of 1 to 2 years of professional post-graduate experience highly relevant to system administration.
• Demonstrated experience managing server architecture, Active Directory, Group Policies, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise data backup solutions.
• Experience administering Windows and/or Linux operating systems.
• Experience with networking, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, and related infrastructure services.
• Knowledge of system security, backup, disaster recovery, and access management principles.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with scripting or automation, such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
• Experience working with IT service management processes and ticketing systems.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet service-level requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an ICT team.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.

About Company

AMS eGroup is one of Australia’s leading private parcel and mail distribution companies. AMS eGroup offers a full range of domestic and international services for parcels and letters, including customs clearance, warehousing and fulfillment services for companies needing third party logistics (3PL) solutions with real-time tracking information.

This job is posted from Workinitiatives platform.

Work Type: Full time

Salary: $79423-90000

Job Publish: 04-09-2026

Job Expire: 04-10-2026