Liverpool City Council

Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer

Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer

Why us?
There's a lot going on at Liverpool City Council, as we plan an exciting future for our city. With current work on significant major projects, and many more in the pipeline, their success is underpinned by professional business-focused teams. Talk to us for career-shaping opportunities in a modern organisation and make a lasting impact.

JOB DETAILS
Permanent, Full-Time 35 hours, 5 days/week Competitive Salary Civic Place, Liverpool

JOB DESCRIPTION
This position plays a key role in delivering and supporting Council's enterprise IT infrastructure, cloud platforms and technology transformation initiatives. Working within a modern Microsoft-based environment, you will contribute to infrastructure modernisation, cloud adoption, cybersecurity improvements and the delivery of strategic technology projects while ensuring reliable day-to-day operations.

• Provide technical guidance and recommendations to support continuous improvement and innovation across IT systems and infrastructure.
• Support, monitor and maintain Council's server, cloud, storage, virtualization and network infrastructure to ensure high availability, performance and security.
• Take ownership of the testing, installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware, software, and related infrastructure.
• Contribute to the delivery of IT projects, ensuring solutions are implemented effectively and meet business requirements.
• Apply and promote best practices in IT infrastructure management, cybersecurity and operational excellence.
• Ensure all systems and processes comply with organisational policies, standards, and security procedures.

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Information Technology or equivalent industry experience, and a current Class C Driver License.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience supporting enterprise IT infrastructure within a medium to large organisation.
• Demonstrated experience administering Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, FortiGate, Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, SCCM, Microsoft Intune, VMware/Hyper-V and Veeam.
• Experience developing automation using PowerShell or other scripting languages to improve operational efficiency.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining security baselines, patch management, vulnerability remediation and infrastructure hardening in accordance with Council's cybersecurity standards
• Strong knowledge of servers, network, and cloud infrastructure, including security and data protection principles.
• Proven experience in infrastructure planning, change management, technical documentation and operational support.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, prioritisation, and time management skills.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of WHS, EEO, and ethical work practices.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC

• Professional learning and development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education.
• Access to Fitness Passport membership
• Great office location in the heart of Liverpool CBD, close to public transport and with free or subsidised parking available nearby.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including 2 x Health and Wellbeing leave and access to our Employee Assistance Program.

The salary (within the above-mentioned range) will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.

All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check.

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Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

Applications Close 10am, 17th July 2026

Be partof creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Natalie Jefferys, Talent Acquisition Partner on 0447 196 962