Kaitātari pūnaha | Systems Administrator at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington

, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Systems administration, Microsoft enterprise systems, Cloud services, Hybrid environment management, Troubleshooting, Scripting, Automation, Technical support, Agile practices, System monitoring, Problem-solving, Communication, Stakeholder management, Security, Operational efficiency

Industry

Higher Education

Description

* Are you a keen team contributor, eager to learn, and have strong problem-solving skills? * Can you communicate clearly and work productively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders and customers? * Do you have experience supporting Microsoft‑based enterprise systems and cloud services in a hybrid or large‑scale environment? Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Kaitātari pūnaha - Systems Administrator to join the Systems Team in Te Tai Matihiko - Digital Solutions on a permanent, full-time basis. Key responsibilities: * Administer and support enterprise on‑prem and cloud systems. * Monitor system performance and resolve issues to minimise outages. * Provide second and third‑level technical support within service levels. * Contribute to improvement work and projects through Agile practices. Ō pūmanawa - About you You are a technically capable Kaitātari pūnaha - Systems Administrator who is a keen team contributor, eager to learn, and will bring with you strong problem-solving skills. Your skills and experience will enable you to support the Systems team in providing a secure, flexible, and robust technology foundation that supports innovation, integration, collaboration, and operational excellence. You will have: * Hands‑on experience administering Microsoft‑based enterprise systems and cloud services in a hybrid or large‑scale environment. * Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues using structured troubleshooting practices. * Scripting and automation skills used to improve operational efficiency, consistency, and security. * Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to work productively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders and customers. * A proactive approach to learning, willingness to take ownership of unfamiliar problems, and adaptability as technologies and platforms evolve. Role Description: Click here to see further information, including salary details. [https://vuw.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/VacancyRoleDescriptions/IQD5qesg1gczRajhs5QrKdPpAbRwqvO4LLe8FTaQdsJCUdk?e=c8aCOg&download=1] If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University career's page. Close date for vacancy: 4 May 2026 Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with John Goldsbury (john.goldsbury@vuw.ac.nz). How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter. We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted. Mō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington [https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/about] is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here. Explore the many benefits [https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/about/working-here/employment-information] of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction [https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/about/governance/strategic-plan] and learn more about our research expertise [https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/research/strengths/faculty]. Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team Ready to make a difference? Join Te Tai Matihiko - Digital Solutions [https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/digital-solutions] and be at the forefront of innovation! Our team excels in software and hardware support, cutting-edge learning technology, research assistance, project management, and IT security. Embrace a dynamic environment where your skills will thrive and make a real impact. Be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence and continuous growth.

Responsibilities

The Systems Administrator will administer and support enterprise on-premise and cloud systems while monitoring performance to minimize outages. They will also provide second and third-level technical support and contribute to improvement projects using Agile methodologies.