System Administrator – Fixed Term (until Sep 2026)

About the role

We are seeking a System Administrator on a fixed‑term contract (until September 2026) to join the Greater Wellington ICT team. Reporting to the Manager, Technology Operations, you will help keep our on‑premises and cloud infrastructure reliable, secure and efficient.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain operational availability and reliability of hybrid on‑prem and cloud systems.
• Provide second‑level support to the Service Desk, troubleshooting and resolving incidents quickly.
• Monitor system performance, apply patches and updates, and minimise service disruption.
• Manage backup and recovery processes using VEEAM or equivalent.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to implement security and compliance measures.

Required profile

• Immediate availability and proven experience in a complex ICT environment.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft enterprise technologies and hybrid cloud operations.
• Hands‑on experience with Nutanix hyper‑converged infrastructure and VMware virtual environments.
• Familiarity with ITIL service‑management and Agile delivery practices.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and automation.

Required skills

• Windows Server
• Active Directory / Entra ID
• Exchange, Microsoft 365, Azure
• Nutanix hyper‑convergence
• VMware
• VEEAM backup solutions
• ITIL framework
• Agile methodology
• PowerShell

What we offer

• Flexible working policy to suit personal and whānau needs.
• Learning and development opportunities, internal secondments and career progression.
• Employee assistance programme, including Rongoā Māori support and dedicated leave provisions.
• Inclusive culture with staff networks, social clubs and a beautiful regional workplace.