Technology Infrastructure Specialist
Location: Tamworth, NSW
THE OPPORTUNITY
- Advance your infrastructure and systems engineering skills in a complex enterprise IT environment
- Contribute directly to Council’s major technology transformation through the Technology Blueprint program
- Enjoy flexible working arrangements and achieve work-life balance with a regular Rostered Day Off (RDO)
COULD THIS BE YOU?
Be part of Council’s most significant technology transformation to date — the Technology Blueprint, a multi-year initiative currently modernising Council’s entire digital ecosystem.
As a Technology Infrastructure Specialist, you’ll provide expert-level support and technical guidance across Council’s evolving technology landscape. This Level 3 role is central to maintaining, enhancing, and securing a broad range of systems — from on-premises infrastructure and cloud platforms to operational technology and communications.
Your work will span proactive monitoring, incident response, and infrastructure projects, ensuring the performance, continuity, and resilience of Council’s digital services.
We’re seeking a technically strong IT professional with broad experience in infrastructure management and systems administration. You’ll bring sharp attention to detail, a methodical approach to problem-solving, and the capability to support and maintain complex environments across both cloud and on-premises technologies.
The Technology Infrastructure Specialist is responsible for:
- Providing Level 3 support across Council’s server, network, cloud, and end-user environments
- Administering core platforms including Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows Server, backup systems, and cybersecurity tools
- Monitoring and maintaining performance and availability across infrastructure and operational technology systems
- Diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues to ensure system stability and continuity of service
- Installing and maintaining physical infrastructure, including communications and operational technology hardware, in line with safety standards
- Contributing to infrastructure projects, scheduled after-hours work, and the delivery of Council’s IT Managed Services Program
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED
- NSW Drivers Licence
- Degree in Information Technology or similar equivalent relevant experience
INTERESTED? WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!
For a confidential discussion, please contact Jarrad Cotterell, Senior Leader - Technology Operations on 0438 455 274.
Salary range: Grade 16 - $104,742.01 - $113,338.54 per annum including 12% superannuation for a 35 hour work week. Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.
Flexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.
Apply Now! Applications Close: 11.59pm Sunday, 20 July 2025
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WHY IS IT ‘WORTH’ WORKING AT TAMWORTH REGIONAL COUNCIL?
For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play! It's Worth It - Lifestyle
For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city. It's Worth It - Community
For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit. It's Worth It - Career
For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing. It's Worth It - Belonging
A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!
Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community.
The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, ‘Blueprint 100’, drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.
Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.
ABOUT OUR REGION
The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours’ drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours’ drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.
Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you’d expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.
As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.
Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.
Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children. To learn more about our Commitment to Child Safety Statement and screening processes, click the link below.
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