About the QNMU

The Queensland Nurses and Midwives' Union (QNMU) is the industrial and professional organisation for nurses and midwives working in public and private health and aged care in Queensland. The QNMU seeks to promote and defend the industrial, professional, social, political and democratic interests of over 74,000 members. We have over 200 employees including organisers, professionals and administrative personnel, and manage a multi-million-dollar operating budget.

About the Role

We are seeking a Systems Administrator to join our Brisbane (West End) office on a permanent full-time basis. The role of the Systems Administrator exists to assist the QNMU with its IT operations. This role reports to the IT Manager and is part of the Business Services Group.

In this hands-on and proactive role, your key outcomes will be:

Administration of the QNMU’s information technology including hardware, network, website, and general software.

Maintaining the QNMU Helpdesk system and coordinating the work of technical support staff, under the direction of the IT Manager.

Contribute to the broader planning of the IT team, including identifying improvements to current systems, technology, and work processes.

The team aspiration for the IT Team is to seamlessly support and enhance the QNMU's overall efficiency by ensuring robust and secure IT infrastructure. The principles of member recruitment and retention underpin this and all positions within the QNMU.

About You

Working with the relevant internal stakeholders and as part of a cohesive team, you will have a professional approach, with the confidence to roll up your sleeves and get the job done.

To be successful in this role you will possess:

Experience in Systems Administrator or similar roles.

General knowledge and experience in managing an organisation’s IT environment– preferably within a member-based organisation.

Experience in assisting with assessments and reporting on IT improvements, challenges and solutions with some exposure to budgeting.

Experience in supporting desktop and server computer systems under guidance.

Experience in assisting with the maintenance and upgrades of IT hardware and software.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Operating systems

Highly skilled in problem-solving and troubleshooting in a Microsoft 365 and Windows environment.

Capability to efficiently learn new software, systems and processes.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

High level interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work in a collegiate and professional environment.

Attention to detail.

Demonstrated ability to strategically resolve IT problems both independently and collaboratively.

What are the benefits?

Annual salary of $131,981.86

Five weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading

Monthly RDOs, Flexible and Hybrid work options available

15% superannuation

Not for profit employer, with Salary Sacrificing options

Health and wellness initiatives

An inclusive culture that celebrates all!

The QNMU is strongly committed to celebrating all individuals for who they are. We recognise that each of us offers unique strengths; sometimes it just takes a little bit of flexibility and support to allow those strengths to shine… and we are here for it! We strongly encourage people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities to apply - this is a safe, inclusive and supportive space, and we welcome all with open arms!

If there are any supports or adjustments, we can make during the recruitment process that will allow you to put your best self forward and demonstrate your capability to full potential, please let us know. We will be happy to accommodate in any way we can.

How to Apply

To submit your application for this opportunity, click on the “Apply” button and submit your resume and cover letter now!

Applications must be submitted by COB, Friday, 30th May 2025. If you would like to discuss this opportunity with a QNMU team member, please contact Chris Jones, Recruitment Partner on [email protected].

By applying for this role, you acknowledge that if the QNMU holds information about you, it may be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Further information

For further information about the QNMU, head to our website www.qnmu.org.au

“The QNMU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent, people with a disability and people from non-English speaking backgrounds to be part of an organisation that promotes a diverse and safe workplace environment”. Selection for all vacancies is made based on merit”.

The Queensland Nurses and Midwives’ Union of Employees (QNMU) collects personal information from you for the purpose of your job application during the course of the recruitment and selection process. We usually collect personal information from prospective employees through the application form, from referees or through a recruitment agency. We may disclose your personal information to your referees and other persons you nominate or mention in your application. Where you do not provide us with your personal information, we may not be able to consider your application or engage you as an employee of the QNMU. For information on how you may access or correct your personal information or how you can make a complaint about a breach of the Australian Privacy Principles, please refer to the QNMU Privacy Policy at www.qnmu.org.au.