Platform Engineer Windows Job in Nathan Recruiting by Griffith University

The IaaS Product team (Infrastructure as a Service) delivers secure, highly available infrastructure including Windows, Unix, VMware, Cloud IaaS and PaaS, Server and Storage. In this role, you’ll be providing great customer service, working in a team that builds tools and platforms for the delivery of Windows Servers services both onsite and shortly in the cloud. 

The position's primary focus is project work for upgrades of Windows servers and applications. Opportunities for development and learning other aspects of the teams work will be provided. To be successful in the role you will 

• Have the ability to troubleshoot and work within a small team of engineers
• Be comfortable working with stakeholders, technical and non-technical
• Want opportunity to uplift your technical skills
• Like to solve problems and learn something new everyday with a team that support each other
• Enjoy flexible work from home options, work onsite 40%/60% split

What we can offer
This is a full-time position for a fixed-term of two years, primarily based at the Griffith University Nathan campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

The full time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 7 range $96,669 - $104,731 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total package will be in the range $113,103 - $122,535 per annum.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced versatile, motivated IT professional with relevant qualifications and a background in in supporting Windows Servers and Active Directory with a strong design to continue to learn.   

Preferred technical skills: 

• Demonstrated experience supporting a large enterprise Microsoft Windows environment
• Demonstrated experience using SCCM, SCOM, Active Directory and Group Policy
• Programming and scripting skills applied to automation and solution development, including PowerShell desirable 
• Experience with cloud-based deployments and support (e.g., Azure, AWS) well regarded
• Experience working in an Agile delivery environment well regarded
• Software Development and /or DevOps skills well regarded
• Availability to participate on the Windows on-call roster (Rostering once every 4-5 weeks) essential

Applicants must have unrestricted work rights for the duration of the appointment and may be subject to a criminal history check. 

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We support the professional and personal development of all our employees and invest in the skills of our people. We offer:

• mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment.
• salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
• generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading.
• support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our page.

How to apply

Please submit your application online and ensure your application includes the following:

• A covering statement outlining your suitability for the role, refer to the details above and the  
• A current resume/curriculum vitae, including name and contact details.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Neal Edgeworth, Lead Platform Engineer Windows at 

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Laura Whitworth, Talent Acquisition Partner at

For application support, please contact People Services on +61 (0) 7 3735 4011 quoting REF4887S.

Closing date: Open until filled. All applications must be submitted online.