Infrastructure Engineer

Infrastructure Engineer - Project Delivery

• Initial 6-month contract

• Location Tullamarine Victoria

Build and Deliver Enterprise Infrastructure at Scale

Our client is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to join a high-performing technology delivery team responsible for implementing and enhancing critical enterprise infrastructure platforms.

This is a hands-on project delivery role where you will design, build, configure, test and implement enterprise infrastructure solutions across Windows Server, Linux, VMware, storage, backup, identity and automation technologies.

Working alongside architects, project managers, cyber security specialists, network engineers and vendors, you will play a key role in delivering secure, resilient and highly available technology platforms that support a large and complex operational environment.

About the Role

As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will be responsible for translating approved solution designs into production-ready infrastructure, ensuring platforms are configured to enterprise standards and successfully transitioned into operational support.

You will contribute to major infrastructure initiatives including platform upgrades, migrations, lifecycle refreshes, automation improvements and high-availability solutions.

Please note, to apply applicants must have the following:

• The requisite skills and experience defined below,

• At least Australian Permanent Residence working rights,

• 5-7 years’ experience as an Infrastructure Engineering

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure Delivery & Implementation

• Build, configure and deploy enterprise infrastructure solutions from approved technical designs.

• Deliver server, virtualisation, storage, backup and identity platform implementations.

• Configure and support Windows Server and Linux operating environments.

• Perform infrastructure upgrades, migrations and lifecycle refresh activities.

• Implement security hardening, configuration standards and platform optimisation initiatives.

VMware & Virtualisation

• Deploy and administer VMware vSphere environments.

• Configure and support ESXi, vCenter, vMotion, DRS, HA and vSAN technologies.

• Implement resilient and scalable virtual infrastructure solutions.

• Support enterprise storage integration and platform performance optimisation.

Identity & Core Infrastructure Services

• Configure and support:

  • Active Directory

  • Microsoft Entra ID (Hybrid Identity)

  • DNS

  • DHCP

  • Group Policy

  • PKI and authentication services

High Availability & Resilience

• Design and implement highly available infrastructure platforms.

• Deploy Windows Server Failover Clustering solutions.

• Support SQL Always On Availability Groups and clustered application environments.

• Participate in disaster recovery validation, failover testing and recovery planning activities.

Automation & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and enhance infrastructure automation using:

  • PowerShell

  • Ansible

  • Infrastructure-as-Code principles

• Identify opportunities to improve deployment efficiency and standardisation.

• Maintain build standards, automation scripts and configuration artefacts using Git-based version control.

Documentation & Handover

• Produce implementation documentation, build guides and technical standards.

• Create test evidence, rollback procedures and operational runbooks.

• Ensure successful transition of solutions into BAU support teams.

About You

You are a technically strong Infrastructure Engineer who enjoys delivering complex enterprise technology projects and solving challenging technical problems.

You will bring:

• 5+ years' experience in enterprise infrastructure engineering.

• Strong Windows Server administration experience across Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022 and newer environments.

• Experience supporting Linux platforms including Red Hat, CentOS and Ubuntu.

• Strong VMware vSphere administration experience.

• Experience with Active Directory, Entra ID and enterprise identity services.

• Knowledge of storage, backup and disaster recovery technologies.

• Experience working within project delivery environments.

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and documentation skills.

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication capabilities.

Highly Desirable Skills

• VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, DRS, HA and vSAN.

• Windows Server Failover Clustering.

• SQL Always On Availability Groups.

• PowerShell scripting and automation.

• Ansible automation.

• CIS security hardening standards.

• Vulnerability remediation and security governance.

• Git-based source control and Infrastructure-as-Code practices.

Certifications

The following certifications will be highly regarded:

• VMware Certification

• Microsoft Certification

• Azure Certification

• ITIL Certification

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale infrastructure projects.

• Exposure to modern cloud, virtualisation and automation technologies.

• Collaborative and highly skilled technology team.

• Hybrid working environment.

• Melbourne Airport location with major project delivery exposure.

• Contract role with the opportunity to make a significant impact.

Location & Working Arrangements

• Melbourne Airport, VIC

• Hybrid working available Typically 3 days onsite per week

If you are an experienced Infrastructure Engineer with strong VMware, Windows Server and automation expertise and enjoy delivering enterprise-scale technology projects, we would love to hear from you.

Notes:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• Your daily rate will depend on skills and experience.

• Start date is ASAP.

Apply now to join a team focused on delivering outstanding technology experiences for end users and building modern workplace solutions.