Senior Data Centre Engineer

Title: Senior Data Centre Engineer
Division: Information Technology Services
Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Information Technology)
Term: Full time, Continuing
Salary package: Competitive remuneration package plus 17% superannuation 
Location: Acton, Canberra ACT (opportunity for flexible working arrangements)

• Make a difference to the national mission of our world-leading University, its students and staff.
• Enjoy workplace flexibility and be part of a supportive team.
• Senior technical role in a collaborative environment.

 

About the Role
An exciting opportunity awaits an IT data centre expert to join the Australian National University.
Key Duties:

• undertake day to day maintenance of ANU data centres and communications rooms to ensure they remain secure, reliable and efficient.
• contribute to innovation and transformation within the data centres and broader ITS teams.
• undertake out-of-hours break-fix support and monitoring (note this is a mandatory requirement for the role given the 24/7 nature of the data centre operations). 

See the position description for further information.

About You
We are seeking an experienced data centre and ICT communications professional to work as part of a small team. You must have high-level technical knowledge with the ability to contribute to the improvement and development of best practice data centre and ICT communications rooms operations. We welcome applications from individuals who possess the following attributes:

• Experience in the design, installation, maintenance and change management of data centre and ICT communications room infrastructure and systems, and technical delivery of projects.
• Ability to work productivity and autonomously in a small team.
• Ability to liaise with various stakeholders, including non-technical staff.
• High level of written and verbal communication skills including in writing technical documentation

 

About Us
ANU is home to some of the most remarkable people from across the world: visionaries, influential leaders, researchers and advocates creating impact and change nationally, regionally and globally. ANU attracts exceptional staff and students and, through education and enrichment programs, helps them to achieve ambitious goals, and pursue brilliant careers. Ranked in the top 30 universities globally, the first Australian university to be recognised in this elite tier, ANU continues to be an academic resource for the whole of Australia.

About ITS: Information Technology Services (ITS) delivers digital solutions that enable the Australian National University to achieve its strategic goals: a student experience equal to the world’s best, and research that transforms society and creates national capability.  ITS has responsibility for the University’s digital ecosystem and is leading the delivery of the Digital Master Plan, a 10-year strategic roadmap for the transformation of the University’s digital capability.  

Digital Transformation:  We have released our ANU 2025 Strategy, and our Digital Master Plan, which will see ANU embark on the biggest digital transformation in our history.  A transformation that matches our national and global mission. Our digital future will transform the experience of ANU for our students, researchers, academics, professional staff and the wider community and we are seeking great people to be a part of this history making journey.  Click here to learn more.   

Our Campus 
The University's Acton campus is in the heart of Canberra. From here it's an easy walk, bike ride or drive to some of Australia's most significant political and cultural institutions including Australian Parliament House. You'll find all the conveniences of a small suburb including cafes, bars, supermarkets, childcare centres, a newsagency, post office and even a medical centre right on campus! The Acton Campus is well renowned for its landscape setting, with over 10,000 trees and a commitment to maintenance of open space. It's 'park like' environment is a feature that is internationally recognised.  

 

What we can offer you
Our staff enjoy some amazing employee benefits including​:

• ANU offers competitive remuneration packages including 17% superannuation and regular increases.
• We support flexible working arrangements, with access to our beautiful, green campus.
• We value your work life balance, with standard 7-hour workdays, paid December shut-down period, purchase leave, cultural leave, part-time and job-sharing opportunities, compressed working weeks, and flexible times of work.
• We offer discounted study, with 75% off ANU courses for staff and 25% for your spouse and children (see eligibility).
• We have many professional development initiatives including training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.
• We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements. We offer generous paid parental leave entitlements for up to 32 weeks.
• We have on-site Gyms with staff discounts as well as oval spaces and ANU sports clubs.
• We are a family friendly campus with access to childcare facilities, designated parent rooms and quiet spaces.
• ANU offers salary sacrificing benefits including laptops, childcare, novated car leasing, additional superannuation, and more! 
• We offer affordable onsite parking from $34 / fortnight with salary sacrificing options.
• ANU has a supporting, challenging and motivating culture.
• We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all backgrounds and identities.
• We care about your wellbeing, with access to additional leave, the Employee Assistance Program, vaccinations and health insurance plan options. 

 

For further information about this position, please contact David Hardwick, Manager, Data Centre Operations, Infrastructure Services, Information Technology Services. E: [email protected]  

 

ANU is committed to workforce diversity, creating an inclusive workplace, and providing equal employment opportunities to people with diverse backgrounds and identities. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. Click here to learn more.   

Our Vision : Support the development of national unity and identity, improve our understanding of ourselves and our neighbours, provide our nation with research capacity amongst the best in the world, and education in areas vital for our future is our mission.   

Our Values : Excellence, Original Thinking, Integrity, Respect, Inclusivity, Diversity 

 

How to Apply:
To apply for this role please ensure that your submission includes the following documents:

• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria showing how your skills, experience and approach align with the role in no more than 2 pages (for reference, see the position description & selection criteria).
• A current curriculum vitae (CV)

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

 

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure . An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.