IT SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
Summary
IT Systems Administrator maintaining and enhancing the school's IT infrastructure—including Windows Server, Active Directory, VMware/Hyper-V, and networking—to support staff and students at Loreto College in Adelaide.
About the position
Come and join Loreto College Marryatville, South Australia's Number 1 Independent Catholic girls' school and grow your career.
The IT Systems Administrator plays a key role in maintaining and enhancing the College’s IT infrastructure and systems. This position is responsible for ensuring the reliable, secure and efficient delivery of technology services across Loreto College, supporting staff, students and the broader school community through high-quality IT solutions and technical expertise.
The IT Systems Administrator reports to the Director of Information Technology.
Essential Skills and Experience
3+ years’ experience in system administration or IT infrastructure support.
Proficiency in Windows Server administration, Active Directory, and Group Policy management.
Experience with VMware vSphere, Hyper-V or virtualized environments.
Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals (switching, routing, VLANs, firewalls).
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex IT issues.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable Skills & Experience
Familiarity with ITIL frameworks and experience in IT service management (ITSM).
Familiarity with Incident, Problem, and Change Management processes.
Experience with Aruba Networking & Palo Alto Firewalls.
Exposure to Schoolbox LMS and/or Synergetic.
Familiarity with cloud services (Azure, AWS, Google Workspace).
Experience with ITSM or ticketing systems (Freshservice, Jira, etc.).
Personal Qualities
Superior interpersonal skills, including the ability to listen and communicate effectively and empathetically to achieve successful outcomes
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, that can be used effectively with customers, staff, students and parents
Demonstrated ability to deal with sensitive information in a professional and confidential manner
Ability to work independently, be self-motivated and proactive and also be an active and supportive contributor in a team environment
Demonstrated excellent administrative and organisational skills which are reflected in daily management
Strong customer service focus
Essential Qualifications
Formal tertiary qualifications in information technology or a related discipline an advantage
Approved First Aid training
Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care Training Certificate
Special Requirements
The IT Systems Administrator will be required to work full-time in the Christmas holidays (December/January) to assist with major IT changes that occur at this time of year. In years where there are no major infrastructure and/or software changes scheduled, annual leave may be taken if requested.
About Loreto College
Loreto College is an independent Day and Boarding School for girls from Early Learning to Year 12.
To work in a Loreto school is to be part of a vibrant tradition reaching back to 1609 when Mary Ward established her first school for girls in Europe.
All Loreto schools in Australia share the same set of values: freedom, justice, sincerity, verity and felicity. These values are at the heart of our educational philosophy and shape our identity as a school.
Application Details
The position is a permanent full-time position, working 37.5 hours per week for 52 weeks per year. Some flexibility will be needed as some out of hours work will be required. The position commences as soon as possible.
Please provide copies of the following documents:
Address each of the Selection Criteria outlined in the role description (download from www.loreto.sa.edu.au/employment)
Your Curriculum Vitae
The name, addresses and full contact details (including email address) of three current referees who may be approached.
All applicants will be required to complete an Applicant Declaration Form for School Employees which is available on our website. This form must be submitted with your application.
Additional Requirements
Approved first aid training
Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care certificate
All applicants will be required to undergo a Working with Children Check and Catholic police clearance. Please attach any relevant certificates to your application
Applications close at 9.00 am on Monday, 31 August 2026