Manager Technology and Communications

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026

Southern River College (SRC) seeks to create opportunities for all students progressing through their educational journey. With our Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) pathway, general education and vocational programs we offer the scope for success for every child. Our Inspire programs in Lower School enables students to follow their passion with our Inspire Academic, Netball, Music, Soccer and Volleyball programs. Our Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) enrichment program is achieving noteworthy success with competitions both locally and interstate offering challenging, engaging and innovative technologies.

Our River Way is a pedagogical framework that ensures staff utilise Visible Learning and embed the DoE’s Teaching for Impact resource. Our culturally responsive approach enables a safe, inclusive and supported learning environment that creates a sense of belonging. The Wellbeing Centre uses a growth mindset to support all students and where student voice is valued and affirmed.

Find out more about our school by visiting southernrivercollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

SRC is seeking a skilled and proactive Information and Communication Technology (ICT) professional to lead the design, implementation, and management of the College’s ICT infrastructure. In this role, you would drive the future vision and direction of the College’s ICT, ensure the reliability, security, and efficiency of our network systems while driving continuous improvement across all technology services.

You will oversee ICT operations, develop and maintain robust security policies and procedures, managing risk, data protection, system backups, and disaster recovery planning. You will ensure compliance with software licensing, copyright, and regulatory requirements, promptly addressing any breaches.

The successful applicant will provide expert technical guidance, run and collaborate with committees and internal & external stakeholders, and act as a key liaison on ICT matters. The role also involves leading ICT support staff, prioritising service delivery, preparing and managing budgets, procurement, and reporting.

Additionally, you will oversee ICT asset management, including hardware lifecycle planning, software subscriptions, and service level agreements, ensuring the College’s technology environment remains modern, secure, and fit for purpose.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Brian Hand, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9391 6500 or emailing brian.hand@education.wa.edu.au.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated skills and experience in the administration of IT infrastructure and services, including servers, storage and local area networks.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the development and application of IT Service Management processes.
  • Demonstrated well developed analytical and problem-solving skills relevant to the operational maintenance of IT networks.
  • Demonstrated well developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to liaise on issues relevant of the operation of the networks and establish and maintain collaborative working relationships within a team environment.
  • Demonstrated well developed capacity to manage people and projects within available resources to achieve expected outcomes.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.