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IT Desktop Support Officer

Job No: FLO3274
Location: Sydney Olympic Park

Flourish Australia has an exciting opportunity for an IT Desktop Support Officer to join our Support Hub team at Sydney Olympic Park!

The position available is:

  • Closed-term full-time (76 h/fortnight) until February 2025
  • Working Monday to Friday
  • Based at our Support Hub in Sydney Olympic Park (flexible work from home arrangements available)
  • $71,000 - $76,000 p.a + 11% Super + Salary Packaging!

About the Opportunity

The IT Desktop Support Officer will be responsible for assisting with Flourish Australia's IT Helpdesk, providing efficient 1st Level Helpdesk support and assistance to end users in relation to computer hardware, software, telecommunications and peripheral products, ensuring compliance with Flourish Australia's policies.

Main responsibilities include:

  • Providing 1st Level Helpdesk services through the IT Helpdesk, providing phone and remote support, ensuring users receive a high standard of service, including evaluating and resolving routine user problems through hardware, software or system maintenance; and liaising with external support contractors, as appropriate, for additional assistance.
  • Supporting and instructing users in the use of computer equipment and software applications; answering questions and assisting in resolving problems regarding the methods and procedures for use of applications.
  • Performing the installation of new hardware/software; installing, testing and monitoring the operation of computer hardware and software; configuring hardware, software; and undertaking updates as required.

To find out more about the IT Desktop Support Officer role, please read the Position Description.

Who We Are

Flourish Australia is one of Australia’s most experienced community mental health organisations. Our purpose is to support people to flourish, believe in their futures, and become contributing members of the community.

Our services are comprehensive and highly personalised because each person’s experience will be different and their needs, as an individual, are unique. Together we set goals, connect individuals with the right people, support services and opportunities to meet their needs.

Our positions are open to all suitably qualified applicants. We have a strong commitment to the participation of people with lived experience of mental health issues in our workforce. We value diversity and encourage applications from suitably qualified people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities, LGBTQ+ communities and mature age candidates.

Selection Criteria

Essential:

  1. Qualification in a computing discipline and/or equivalent relevant experience (view position description for more information)
  2. Technical knowledge and/or experience supporting Apple Mac and PC hardware, software and network configurations.
  3. Working knowledge of communication protocols e.g. DHCP, TCP/IP and networking
  4. High level competency in all Microsoft Office applications (preferably within an OSX environment).
  5. Demonstrated ability to absorb and communicate technical information.
  6. Commitment to providing a responsive customer service oriented approach to IT service delivery.
  7. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with users regarding IT issues and their resolution.
  8. Highly developed analytical, diagnostic and problem solving skills.
  9. Sound organisation skills and the ability to prioritise workloads and to effectively manage multiple concurrent activities, whist maintaining attention to detail.
  10. Ability to work in a team environment and independently with minimal supervision.
  11. Maintain a current Australian Driver’s Licence.

Desirable:

  1. A carer role or a personal lived experience of a mental health issue 

For more information, please contact Amit Sahni, Service Desk Team Leader, E: Amit.Sahni@flourishaustralia.org.au (please do not email applications).

All appointments with Flourish Australia's Services are subject to a National Criminal History Check, previous employment reference checks, satisfactory Australian residency status and other background checks. All successful applicants will be asked to provide evidence they are fully vaccination against COVID-19 (including booster) prior to commencement, inline with Flourish Australia’s Vaccination Policy.

About the Benefits

  • Level 3 (SCHCADS) on the Flourish Australia Enterprise Agreement (2018)
  • Tax-Free Salary Packaging available up to $15,900
  • Exclusive Fleet pricing discounts with our preferred automotive supplier
  • On the job training and opportunities for professional development
  • Family-friendly and flexible working conditions (work from home arrangements available)
  • Regular supervision (reflective practice), ongoing 1:1 mentoring, strong team support and a comprehensive induction program
  • Comprehensive infrastructure including a laptop and other resources for work purposes
  • Generous leave provisions including 17.5% leave loading + 2 additional days of personal leave + extra day paid leave over Christmas/New Year + paid parental leave  
  • Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support
  • Inclusive initiatives such as our Rainbow Network and YarnUp for Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander staff
  • Employee discounts at 400+ popular retailers (Woolworths, Expedia, Myer, Kmart etc)

How to Apply

You will be asked to attach a copy of your resume on the following page. We encourage you to have your resume up-to-date and available before you commence the application.

Interviews to be held on a rolling basis. Apply now!

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