Server Engineer

 Do you want to work for an iconic Western Australian organisation committed to changing lives and making a difference to your community?

For more than 130 years, St John WA has been a cornerstone of support in Western Australia connecting with community through education, training and care.  

As a trusted not-for-profit, the organisation’s unwavering mission is to serve humanity and build resilient communities which we do through a strong team spirit, camaraderie and the collaboration of all team members – paid and volunteers alike - working together to support wellbeing and health for every Western Australian.  

St John WA is powered by team members who have a strong sense of belonging and purpose and combined we are a leader in pre-hospital care and related products with revenue of about $500 million across 17 different services, and a team of 8500 including 3500 paid team members and 5000 volunteer team members.   

Last year, we connected with 1.2 million Western Australians including:  

• 340,000 people through first aid training, education and engagement,  
• 362,000 people who received care close to where they live and work,  
• 410,000 received trusted transport and emergency care when they needed it most.   

A job to be proud of:

As a Server Engineer at St John WA, you are responsible for assisting with bridging the gap between our business aspirations and technology implementations. This position demands a technical acumen, and hands on involvement in delivering high level technical systems. You will be instrumental in supporting the alignment of functional outcomes with technology.

This is a permanent, full-time position based at our Head Office in Belmont.

What you’ll do:

• Collaborate with the architectural group to understand functional needs and illustrate how different technological options can impact strategic decisions.
• Assist with design of technical systems that incorporate software defined solutions.
• Proactively support Data Centre Compute Infrastructure and ensure security compliance.
• Work alongside/ within project teams to ensure alignment with architectural standards and guidelines, identifying when adjustments to the operation environment are needed.
• Support architecture governance frameworks, standards, and procedures to ensure that all technology initiatives are in alignment with our strategic objectives.
• Collaborate closely with Solution Architects, Network Architects, Technical Architects, System Owners, and Subject Matter Experts to comprehensively understand and document system architecture.
• Support stakeholder architect engagements across the organisation to develop solutions and business cases that address both immediate business requirements and long term strategies.
• Represent the Digital Services department with a cohesive and skilled technical stance in all dealings with stakeholders, vendors, and partners, effectively balancing expectations and fostering alignment with the company’s vision and ethical standards.

What you’ll need:

• Good problem solving and organisational skills.
• Previous experience in supporting IT projects, navigating, and communicating complex technical challenges, potential solutions, and the implications of technical debt to a diverse audience.
• Has a broad technical experience across many technology platforms. Depp experience is required in VMWare, Cloud and Private Cloud computing.
• Experience in deploying software defined solutions.
• Experience in developing and implementing automation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related major or equivalent IS/business experience is preferable.

What’s in it for you?

The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment within a positive and professional team along with:

• Access to salary packaging of up to $18,550 on a wide range of expenses, including mortgage or rent, meals and entertainment, holiday accommodation, and everyday living costs – helping you make the most of your take-home pay
• 17.5% leave loading
• Two additional days of annual leave per year
• $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement
• Free emergency ambulance cover
• Free first aid training

Are you ready to change lives?

To apply for this exciting opportunity please select "Apply Now".

Alternatively, if you have any questions please contact Lena Lee at Lena.Lee@stjohnwa.com.au.

Applications close on 9 July 2025 at 6pm.

St John WA reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the application deadline.

St John WA is committed to creating an inclusive environment which provides a sense of belonging and enables a welcoming, diverse, capable and connected workforce who represent the community we serve. Our goal is to ensure people feel safe to be themselves.

We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and all other suitable applicants.

Please note that St John will not accept recruitment agency applications for this position.