At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and maintain the school's network, ensuring secure access and compliance.
- Company: Melville Senior High School, dedicated to empowering students and fostering community.
- Benefits: Permanent full-time role with a focus on personal excellence and lifelong learning.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Why this job: Join a supportive environment where you can make a real difference in education.
- Qualifications: Experience in network administration and a passion for technology.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027. At Melville Senior High School, we empower every student to achieve their best by fostering personal excellence and a passion for lifelong learning. We celebrate diversity through building strong relationships within our school community, creating a sense of belonging and connection to our school.
The Network Administrator is responsible for maintaining the school’s network and providing network administration across the school. This includes managing user access, changing user privileges and maintaining passwords to ensure staff have appropriate and secure access to network resources. The Network Administrator ensures that software licensing, Information Technology (IT) copyright obligations and other relevant regulations are complied with and protected. Any breaches or non-compliance are identified, reported and addressed appropriately.
The role involves administering risk management and contingency planning systems, including ensuring the effective performance of data security, system backups and disaster recovery processes. The Network Administrator also provides advice and technical support on issues associated with network administration and works closely with the Department’s IT Support team to resolve hardware, software and network-related issues.
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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;
- 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.
Short listed applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process. Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 10 November 2026.
Network Administrator employer: Transperth
Transperth offers a vibrant work environment that fosters personal excellence and a passion for lifelong learning. Employees are part of a supportive community that values diversity and connection, providing opportunities for professional growth and development. The organization is committed to maintaining a challenging yet supportive atmosphere, ensuring staff can thrive in their roles.
