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Infrastructure Lead

The Perkins is seeking a strategic and technically skilled Infrastructure Lead to oversee and manage our ICT infrastructure, including networks, servers, storage, and related systems. This position is permanent and based at our state-of-the-art medical research facilities in Nedlands.

About this role

Reporting to the Technology General Manager, the Infrastructure Lead is responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and scalability of the Perkins’ Technology systems. This role involves managing and optimising ICT infrastructure to meet both current and future needs, developing robust disaster recovery plans, and implementing improvements to enhance system performance and efficiency. The Infrastructure Lead will also collaborate with various departments to align infrastructure with Perkins’ strategic objectives and operational goals.

This role would suit someone who is proactive, solutions-oriented, and passionate about leveraging technology to support a fast-paced research environment.

 

To be successful in this role, you’ll have:

  • A tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Extensive experience managing ICT infrastructure, with a focus on servers, networks, and backup systems
  • Strong technical skills in areas such as HP Switching (VLANs, VDOMs), VMware, Fortinet, Windows Server, Linux, Lync Telephony, and Azure
  • Proven experience developing and managing disaster recovery plans and implementing risk mitigation strategies
  • A solid track record in leading ICT projects from planning to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within scope
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make effective decisions in high-stakes situations

If you really want to stand out, tell us about your:

  • Experience with innovative solutions for evolving ICT infrastructure needs
  • Background in vendor and stakeholder management to optimise ICT partnerships
  • Commitment to continuous improvement in ICT system performance and security

If this sounds like the right fit, Perkins can offer you:

  • Flexible working options
  • Brand new role – make it your own!
  • The opportunity to make a positive impact in a community-focused organisation with a global reach
  • The ability to salary package up to $18,550 annually, meaning you can legitimately pay less tax and increase your tax-home pay
  • Generous leave benefits, including:
    • 3 days paid extra leave at the end of the year
    • Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
    • 2 days of paid cultural and community engagement leave

Are you ready to make a difference?

Review this position description.

To apply, please submit your cover letter addressing the selection criteria and your resume. Only applications submitted via Seek will be considered.

Applications close on 1 Dec 2024, however we’ll begin interviewing as soon as we hear from the right people so be quick!

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About the Perkins

The Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, affectionately known as ‘the Perkins’, is Western Australia’s leading medical research facility, investigating the diseases that most impact our families including the hardest to treat cancers, heart disease, diabetes and rare genetic diseases. At the Perkins, we support WA’s best medical researchers to beat the world’s toughest diseases to give you and your loved ones the best chance to live longer, healthier and better lives.

So many of us have been touched by the diseases we’re investigating, which adds a deeply personal element to our work. We are proudly Western Australian and are collaborative in our approach to discovering medical breakthroughs that have a global impact.

At the Perkins, we value, embrace, and celebrate the strength of our diverse experiences, thoughts, and beliefs. We are committed to a safe, equitable and inclusive culture where every person can innovate and thrive. This enables us to deliver pioneering research that improves global health outcomes.