Your new career opportunity: Systems Analyst – Information Technology
- Inclusive work environment where people are valued and respected
- Residential role in the tight-knit town of Gladstone surrounded by iconic natural attractions
- Get ahead financially with company benefits including subsidised private health insurance
- Permanent full-time role
- 9-day fortnight
About your role
This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in ensuring the stability, security, and efficiency of our IT infrastructure. By leveraging expertise in cloud services, networking, and system administration, this position aims to optimise technology utilisation across the organisation, driving innovation and enabling seamless collaboration.
Reporting directly to the Information Service Supervisor, you will contribute to our Safe, Stable and Sustainable vision by:
- Manage and administer Microsoft 365 services, including SharePoint, Teams, and Azure services. Ensure optimal performance, security, and compliance of systems
- Oversee server infrastructure, including Hyper-V, VMWare, Active Directory, and Group Policy. Ensure robust management of on-premises and cloud environments
- Design and implement office networks (LAN/WAN), firewalls, switches, and Wi-Fi solutions. Maintain network security policies and manage endpoint protection using Microsoft Defender and Crowdstrike.
- Lead the implementation and management of SSO solutions, specifically with Azure AD/Entra ID, and ensure seamless access for users Completing effective change management processes to manage implementation risks of new solutions
- Utilize PowerShell and other automation tools to streamline administrative tasks and enhance operational efficiency
What you will bring
To be successfully considered for this role, you should have:
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience
- Mid to High-level industry qualifications from vendors like Fortinet, Cisco, Microsoft, and/or VMware.
- 8+ years of demonstrated IT experience supporting enterprise-level infrastructure.
- Deep understanding of networking principles and experience deploying office networks.
- Proven experience with Azure Active Directory, Conditional Access, and hybrid environments.
- Familiarity with scripting languages, particularly PowerShell, to enhance automation.
- Experience managing and securing Windows Endpoints using Intune.
- Strong knowledge of server infrastructure management tools and practices.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to assist and mentor junior staff.
- Familiarity with ITIL framework and experience applying its principles.
- Experience with Apple iOS and Android device configuration.
- Exposure to programming languages and web technologies (ASP.NET, VB.NET, JavaScript, HTML, CSS).
- Understanding of backup and disaster recovery
What’s on offer
We know there are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are important, and work is only one of these, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits include:
- A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
- Competitive salary package
- Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
- Learning and development opportunities to support your desired technical or leadership career path
- Ongoing individual wellbeing support for you and your family for personal and professional matters
Where you will be working
Gladstone is a coastal town in central Queensland with the region home to a population of approximately 64,000. The Gladstone region enjoys well-established education services, entertainment, shopping and medical facilities and is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. If you are thinking of making a seaside change, check out what our region has to offer:
https://www.gladstone.qld.gov.au/glad-gladstone
About QAL
As one of the world's largest alumina refineries, Queensland Alumina Limited (QAL) is renowned for its leadership in minerals processing. We prioritize employee engagement, cutting-edge technology, and exemplary safety, quality, and environmental performance.
Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce
We foster an inclusive environment where every voice is heard, cultures are respected, and diverse perspectives drive success. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities, and individuals from various cultural backgrounds.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're seeking a fulfilling career opportunity and want to contribute to a company that values safety, stability, and sustainability, join us at QAL. Apply today and embark on a rewarding journey.