SharePoint Administrator / Developer
Senior SharePoint Administrator / Developer
We are seeking an experienced Senior SharePoint Administrator / Developer to support, enhance, and evolve enterprise-scale SharePoint and Microsoft 365 collaboration platforms within a major Federal Government department.
Key Responsibilities
Platform Administration & Maintenance: Administer, configure, and maintain SharePoint Online and on-premises environments, including site collections, permissions, content types, search, information architecture, and lifecycle management.
Custom Development & Automation: Design and develop custom solutions using the SharePoint Framework (SPFx) (web parts, extensions, site templates) and build workflow solutions using Power Automate and Power Apps.
Governance & Security: Implement proactive SharePoint governance models, policies, and security practices to ensure platforms remain organised, secure, and compliant.
Documentation & Artefacts: Author comprehensive solution designs, technical specifications, configuration documents, governance frameworks, support procedures, and user guides.
Stakeholder Engagement & Support: Collaborate closely with end users, solution architects, cyber security advisors, and ICT delivery teams to translate business needs into technical solutions while providing technical guidance and training to site owners.
Requirements
Proven track record in administering, configuring, and supporting SharePoint Online and/or on-premises environments.
Practical hands-on development experience with the SharePoint Framework (SPFx), including web parts, extensions, site templates, and custom components.
Strong background integrating Microsoft 365 collaboration services (Teams, OneDrive, Exchange Online).
Demonstrated experience developing workflows and business automation using Power Platform tools (Power Automate and Power Apps).
Solid grasp of SharePoint governance, security baselines, access permissions, and information architecture.
Proven ability to write clear technical artefacts, such as solution architecture designs, system configurations, and operational support runbooks.
High degree of autonomy with the ability to exercise sound judgment across concurrent administration and development tasks.
Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience partnering with solution architects, cyber security teams, business analysts, and non-technical business units.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to simplify technical jargon and deliver end-user training.
Application Requirements
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit:
A current CV detailing your technical stack, project history, and clearance status.
A 1-page pitch (maximum 5,000 characters) outlining your relevant skills, technical experience, and suitability for the role.