Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• 12 months Temporary opportunity
• Office location – Parramatta, Newcastle, Orange preferred, other locations considered upon application.
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,574 to $125,720 + super

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure is seeking a System Administrator to provide vital technical support and system administration across our ICT environment. In this role, you’ll ensure our systems are available, secure, and performing at their best, while assisting staff with day-to-day technical needs. You’ll be responsible for maintaining system integrity, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring smooth operations that enable our teams to deliver essential services to the community.

You’ll also play a key part in monitoring system access and performance, identifying risks and opportunities, and supporting compliance with change management processes. Collaboration will be central to your work, as you partner with internal teams and external providers to deliver timely support and long-term solutions. Experience with Microsoft 365 and Copilot administration will be highly regarded, as you help us drive digital transformation and enhance productivity across the organisation.

For more information read the full Role Description:  System Administrator

What you will bring to the role

• Proven ability to provide quality services and advice to multiple business areas, even under tight deadlines and heavy workloads.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to navigate the complexities of a public sector organisation and maintain effective stakeholder engagement.
• Experience identifying opportunities and resolving complex issues across diverse platforms and technologies.
• Demonstrated drive and motivation, with a commitment to continuous learning, self-improvement, and keeping up to date with contemporary practices.
• Customer-focused approach, delivering positive experiences and resolving complex customer needs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop practical solutions and contribute to business process improvements.
• Proficiency in using and managing a broad range of technologies, including Microsoft 365 Administration, and ensuring compliance with cyber security and technology policies.

What is an essential requirement:

• Relevant industry certification for ICT systems, platforms and or services or equivalent experience

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Monday, 29 September 2025 at 11:55PM

Should you require further information about the role please contact Levon Gray, Manager Unified Communications on levon.gray@dpie.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn