Senior Network Engineer
Full-time, fixed-term position for 12 months.
The primary function of the Senior Network Engineer is to provide high-level engineering support for The University communications network. This is a position that requires experience providing technical and analytical services to projects, some project management, and specification and budgetary planning.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, implement, install, and maintain network infrastructure, while researching new technologies to improve services.
* Provide technical consultations to clients, including non-technical matters like staff selection and committee participation.
* Lead and supervise project teams, investigate and evaluate new systems, and ensure compliance with relevant University policies.
* Promote and ensure adherence to UQ's Cyber Security Policy, procedures, and standards.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world. Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.
Benefits
* Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave.
* 17% superannuation contributions.
* 17.5% annual leave loading.
* Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.
* Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.
* UQ Study for Staff.
* Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day).
* Salary packaging options.
About You
We are looking for someone with a Bachelor's degree in electrical, electronic, or computer engineering (or related field) with extensive relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
Broad knowledge of general computing, including networking and infrastructure concepts.
Cisco CCNA certification or extensive hands-on experience with deploying and supporting Cisco network infrastructure hardware.
Expertise in the analysis, design, development, operation, and maintenance of modern communications infrastructure, with experience in areas such as network security, IP telephony, disaster recovery planning, MPLS, and wireless LAN.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Organised, methodical engineering approach to work, ensuring attention to detail and efficiency.
Strong client service ethic, with the ability to work independently or as part of a small team to meet objectives with minimal guidance.
Desirable: Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP), professional membership (e.g., IEEE), experience leading technical teams, and exposure to quality management, service management, and project management methodologies.
What We Offer
UQ offers a range of benefits and rewards, including up to 26 weeks paid parental leave, 17% superannuation contributions, and access to flexible working arrangements.
We also offer affordable parking, salary packaging options, and health and wellness discounts.
Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals.
Why Choose UQ?
At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia's leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide.
We have state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres, offering unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth.
We value equity, diversity and inclusion, and seek to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds.