A rewarding role that brings together leadership, forward planning and hands‑on IT expertise
Full-time, Permanent with Base salary in the range of $104,616 - $113,920 + 17% super (HEW Level 7)
Based at our Vibrant St Lucia Campus
As the Senior Library Systems Engineer, you will lead the library’s workstation support team and oversee the stability, security and continuous improvement of its IT infrastructure. You’ll work across desktop environments, cloud platforms and automation and help shape modern technology services that support staff, students and the wider community.
This role is central to keeping the library’s systems running seamlessly while also enabling innovation, efficiency and future‑focused service delivery. You’ll contribute to meaningful initiatives including digital preservation, automation, and projects that support access to information and cultural collections.
Key responsibilities will include:
Lead, mentor and develop the library’s workstation support team of x6 staff to deliver high‑quality, customer‑focused services
Oversee the operation, security and evolution of the Library’s IT infrastructure, including end‑user environments, servers and cloud services
Drive the adoption of modern technologies, automation and best‑practice solutions to improve efficiency and reliability
Act as a trusted technical advisor to stakeholders, vendors and partners, and contribute as a key resource on major IT projects
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
A strong technical foundation, supported by a technology-based degree (or equivalent combination of experience and education) as well as extensive hands‑on experience in systems administration, DevOps and enterprise environments
Experience overseeing IT teams, with an emphasis on collaboration, capability development and sound technical direction
Broad and current expertise across infrastructure and end‑user technologies, including Microsoft Windows and/or macOS environments
Strong capability in designing, configuring and supporting complex solutions across cloud platforms, vendor systems, open‑source technologies and in‑house applications
Highly developed communication and relationship‑building skills, with the confidence to contribute to major IT projects and work effectively with clients, partners and vendors
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Rob Bowen on r.bowen@library.uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarizing how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section.
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia and criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Sunday 31 May 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-64202).