An exciting opportunity now exists for a School Technical Officer to join our team. We are seeking an experienced, solutions‑focused individual with strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to provide high‑level ICT support in a fast-paced school environment. The School Technical Officer will work closely with the Business Manager, teaching staff, and regional ICT support teams to maintain and enhance the school’s technology systems, ensuring reliability, safety, and efficiency across all digital platforms.

Job details

About the School

West End State School is a vibrant and diverse inner-city primary school with a strong commitment to innovation, inclusion, and community. As our school continues to grow and evolve, we are dedicated to providing high-quality learning environments supported by reliable, modern, and responsive digital infrastructure. Our specialist programs, creative learning spaces, and strong community partnerships require a highly capable and proactive technical officer who can ensure that technology supports teaching, learning, and school operations every day.

About the Role

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to building positive relationships, delivering high‑quality client service, and contributing to a collaborative and supportive school culture. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that staff and students have access to functional, up‑to‑date and well‑maintained equipment, while providing knowledgeable, patient and professional technical assistance.

About You

At West End State School, inaddition to the full Role Description for mandatory requirements for this position:

• The applicant must be able to provide on‑site technical support for staff and students, including troubleshooting devices, peripherals, classroom technologies, AV/sound systems, printers and ICT infrastructure.
• Work collaboratively with school leadership to plan ICT upgrades, asset replacement cycles and future technology needs.
• Manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment while displaying professionalism, personal integrity, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Applicants must hold a current Blue Card, and a criminal history check will be completed before employment can commence.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page response to the How you will/may be assessed section of the attached role description
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications outlined in the attached role description

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MSR681678_26P Role Description (PDF, 279KB)
  Role Description