Network Support Officer

This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency

At Fremantle College we are committed to fostering your child's enthusiasm for learning and developing their curiosity and leadership. Our high expectations for academic achievement, together with our vibrant, inclusive and supportive learning environment, will ensure your child receives an outstanding education.

Student needs and interests are well catered for within all subject areas and all classrooms. Our highly skilled and experienced teaching staff provide learning opportunities and experiences that are designed to support not only their academic growth, but also their emotional development.

Find out more about our school by visiting fremantlecollege.wa.edu.au  or Schools Online

The Role

The successful applicant will maintain the college network and provide network administration throughout the college’s campuses, including user access, changing privileges and password maintenance whilst ensuring software licensing and Information Technology (IT) copyright obligations and other regulations are protected and any breaches are reported and corrected.

The successful applicant will administer risk management and contingency planning systems, including the performance of data security, system backup and disaster recovery whilst providing advice on technical issues associated with the network administration. You will liaise with the Department’s IT Support to resolve hardware, software and network related issues whilst providing input on system enhancements and implement new systems through research and identification of appropriate IT resources.

The successful applicant will assist in the customisation and adaptation of existing programs to meet users' requirements, including installing and downloading software whilst providing training to administration staff in facilities and applications, including personal tuition and self-help instructions. You will liaise with administrative staff across the college’s campuses to determine needs and network requirements.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Brenn Hislop, Associate Principal, on (08) 9338 8900 or emailing Brenn.Hislop@education.wa.edu.au

Equity and Diversity

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. 

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

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; and
• 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.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1:Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position

• A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated skills and experience in administering a computer network and facilitating access to applications.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of hardware, software and other information technology resources including software licensing and Information Technology copyright obligations and regulations.
  • Demonstrated organisational skills with the ability to work with limited supervision and prioritise duties in a demanding environment.
  • Demonstrated conceptual and analytical skills relevant to computer support.
  • Demonstrated well-developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to consult and negotiate with users on issues relevant to network administration.
  • Demonstrated well-developed written communication skills with the ability to develop and implement user-training procedures.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1029037

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 10 March 2026