Network Administrator

This is a 6-month fixed term, full-time position commencing as soon as possible with possible extension and/or permanency. Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School (KBCHS) was established in 2006 and proudly provides quality secondary education for students in Years 7 to 10. With an enrolment of more than 900 students, the school is a diverse and inclusive community that brings together young people from a wide range of socio-economic, cultural and educational backgrounds.

Located approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth, Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a major regional centre with a proud history and a strong connection to the resources and mining industries. KBCHS is committed to working collaboratively with the local community and key partners to provide an innovative, engaging and supportive learning environment. The school seeks to create opportunities that motivate students, build confidence and develop the skills, knowledge and resilience required for success both during their secondary schooling and beyond.

Kalgoorlie-Boulder offers a comprehensive range of facilities, services and infrastructure, making it a well-established and comfortable regional location in which to live and work. The community has a strong sense of identity and takes great pride in its history, heritage and unique cultural diversity. The region also recognises and celebrates its rich Aboriginal histories and cultures, which form an important part of the local community and the school’s broader context.

KBCHS provides a broad range of specialist programs and opportunities designed to meet the diverse interests, strengths and needs of its students. These include the Clontarf and Stars Academies, which provide targeted support, mentoring and opportunities for Aboriginal students. The school also promotes innovation and engagement through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) initiatives, including robotics and other technology-focused programs.

Alongside these opportunities, students are encouraged to participate in a range of sporting and extracurricular programs, including football and netball. These programs provide opportunities for students to develop teamwork, leadership, resilience and a strong sense of belonging while representing the school and engaging with the wider community.

KBCHS is committed to providing a positive and inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to participate, achieve and reach their potential. Through strong community partnerships, innovative programs and a focus on student engagement and wellbeing, the school continues to play an important role in supporting young people and the broader Kalgoorlie-Boulder community.

The Role: The Network Administrator will assist in maintaining a reliable, secure and effective Information Technology (IT) environment supporting more than 900 students and staff at KBCHS. The successful applicant will ideally be responsible for managing network infrastructure, user access and permissions, password maintenance, system backups, data security and disaster recovery processes. They should also be able to support compliance with software licensing, IT copyright obligations and relevant regulatory requirements, ensuring risks and potential breaches are identified and addressed appropriately.

The role will provide practical technical support and advice across the College, and can include assistance with CCTV enquiries and collaboration with Department of Education IT Support and external providers to resolve hardware, software, connectivity and network issues. The successful applicant will ideally coordinate system updates and maintenance, troubleshoot technical issues, respond promptly to system failures and contribute to improving the overall performance, reliability and security of the College’s IT environment.

A proactive, solutions-focused approach is highly valued. The successful applicant will ideally be able to identify potential risks and areas for improvement, recommend and implement appropriate technology solutions, and research emerging technologies that may benefit the College. They will ideally provide practical support, advice and guidance to staff, helping build confidence and capability in the effective use of IT systems and ensuring technology continues to support teaching, learning and the broader operations of KBCHS.

Eligibility: To work with us, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment; obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1069379. Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 23 October 2026.