Engineer Network Services

Information Technology Services 

If you’re looking for your next exciting challenge, IT starts here. Come and join a talented team that helps the future happen.

•    Experience in one of the country's most complex IT environments
•    Great people and a collaborative IT culture
•    Awesome employee benefits, WFH and flexible work options
•    Competitive salary and 5 weeks annual leave

The Role / Te mahi

Are you a skilled and motivated engineer looking to take on a challenging role that will contribute to the success of a top-tier university? Look no further!

We're searching for a dedicated network services engineer to join our team and help improve and maintain the reliability of the many infrastructure network systems we support. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to support, implement and maintain critical IT network infrastructure across multiple locations, platforms, and technologies.

In this role, you'll work with core network services, equipment, devices, and access services to ensure that our administrative, teaching and research functions are always connected and operational 24/7. You'll work closely with our technical infrastructure teams to ensure that the tools that underpin the management and operation of our network are well-maintained, reliable, and service-focused.

As we move towards adopting flexible infrastructure-as-code and related DevOps methodologies, your foundational services for the network will be essential to enable these technologies. And, with your interest in network tools and experience working in a complex, agile environment, you'll be able to thrive in this exciting role.

Don't miss out on this chance to join a team that is focused on delivering excellent service to our clients. Apply now to help ensure the success of our university's network infrastructure.

Kā pūkeka me kā wheako /Skills and experience

•    Experience supporting multiple platforms and environments.
•    Exposure to hybrid-cloud, multi-datacentre/site environments. 
•    Experience with, and practical knowledge of:
-    Networks: LAN, WAN, Wired, Wireless, Security, Unified Communication, Passive Optical LAN.
-    Network protocols and the installation, configuration, and support of: Layer 1 to Layer 7 protocols.
-    Enterprise / Service Provider Network Troubleshooting, Operation, and Support.

Mō te tīma / About our Team

At the University of Otago, you would be joining the team responsible for empowering the future of New Zealand thinkers every day. You will be making learning easier for 21,000 students, setting 5,000+ staff up for success, and enabling the ground-breaking research which kick-starts innovations to benefit generations to come.
 
Pūroko / Further details

This is a permanent, full-time (1.0FTE) position, located in Dunedin.

We offer a competitive salary, five weeks’ annual leave, a 6.75% superannuation scheme, and the ability to achieve real work/life balance.  

Applications from candidates with Māori and Pacific backgrounds or strong competencies in these areas are warmly encouraged.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.

For further information, or to discuss the role in confidence – please contact Stela Pasic via the email address below.

Tono / Application

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2301435 will close on Sunday, 8 October 2023. 

Additional Information

Contact: Stela Pasic    Tel: +64 0204 106 4061

Position details: Job Description

Further Information: Department Website

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Location: About Dunedin

Primary Location
 NZL-SI-Dunedin
Employment Status
 Permanent 
Salary Level and Range The University is offering a remuneration level commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.
Organisation
 Infrastructure
Job Function
 Information and Communications Technology