• Drive innovation, reliability and service excellence in a collaborative environment.
• Shape and evolve enterprise scale networks with real autonomy and influence.
• 2 X Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range:  $104,243 – $115,661 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.  

About the area

UWA is making significant investments in the Information and Technology Services to enable its strategic direction and goals. UWA is also looking to utilise technology advancements to expand its services and create new and innovative teaching and research models.

Connected Campus has now successfully completed its initial transformation phase and is transitioning into an ongoing operational function focused on Network Lifecycle Replacement. This team will be responsible for the continuous planning, delivery, and refresh of network infrastructure across the University, ensuring assets remain current, resilient, and aligned to teaching, research, and operational requirements.

About the opportunity

• Prepare network design specifications based on business requirements under guidance. 
• Implement and maintain network topologies, security measures and connectivity solutions for various environments. 
• Investigate and implement opportunities to improve operational efficiency and quality for infrastructure platforms through automation techniques, documentation and operational processes. 

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification in a business discipline or equivalent competency.
• Extensive experience in the design, implementation, and support of specific network components using agreed architectures, design standards, patterns and methodology.
• Investigates alternative network architectures, networking topologies and design options.  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective stakeholder relationships whilst always remaining fully customer focused.
• Working knowledge of the Higher Education sector is desirable.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD - Network Engineer (Network Lifecycle Replacement) 523288.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Scott O’Brien at scott.obrien@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 8 May 2026

 This position is only open to Current UWA staff.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.