This role based at Cairns School of Distance Education will undertake routine maintenance and provide support services for networking to enable wider access and reduce downtime of computing facilities in our school. The successful applicant will be working in a dynamic environment to enable seamless operations and positive experience for all stakeholders, from students and parents to staff and the broader school community.
Nestled in the vibrant city of Cairns, the Cairns School of Distance Education caters to the unique needs of home-based and school-based learners from prep to year 12. Our mission is simple yet profound: to excel in education for every student. Guided by a vision of providing individualised support in a flexible and dynamic manner, we are pioneers in redefining distance education.
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The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About The Role
The Computer Assistant responsibilities include:
Undertake regular maintenance and routine repairs of all computers and associated equipment throughout the school. (SFIA Level 2 - ITOP)Assist in the installation of new equipment and software. (SFIA Level 2 - HSIN)Assist in the avoidance of problems and monitor the safety of your working environment by ensuring measures are implemented for the correct operation of equipment.Provide technical input and assist in networking computers and associated equipment.Assist in developing and implementation of procedures and guidelines for the correct and safe operation of computing equipment.Order parts and computer stocks, as required, and maintain equipment records.Maintain tools and equipment for repair services.Other suitable duties, consistent with the duties and responsibilities of the position as directed by the supervisor or nominated delegate.Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply:
Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)Attach a 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description.We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
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