Senior Platform Configuration Administrator

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW

Working to protect the states environment and heritage.

• Shape the digital backbone of a greener NSW
• 2 x Temporary 24-month positions with a possibility of ongoing employment
• Office location is Parramatta hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $129464 to $142665 super

At DCCEEW were tackling some of the most important challenges of our time climate change clean energy water security and the protection of our natural and cultural heritage. Behind every bold environmental initiative is a powerful digital ecosystem and thats where you come in.

Were looking for a Senior Platform Configuration Administrator who thrives on complexity champions best practice and wants their work to have real impact across NSW.

If you love solving problems optimising systems and ensuring technology quietly hums in the background while big things happen out front this role is your next step.

About the role

In this role youll be the trusted expert ensuring our platforms applications and hardware are secure stable and ready to support a rapidly evolving organisation with the opportunity to work across everything from CRMs to automated workflows and websites.

You will:

• Lead Level 2 and 3 support for a diverse application and digital landscape
• Manage platform and hardware lifecycle activities
• Oversee standard operating environments application delivery platforms content management systems and production golive transitions
• Resolve complex technical issues and minimise service disruptions
• Shape and enforce technical standards guidelines and best practices
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the Department
• Provide expert advice that strengthens architecture scalability and performance

Every day youll help keep critical systems running smoothly so our teams can focus on protecting the environment supporting communities and driving NSW toward a sustainable future.

About You

Youre someone with deep experience across application architecture cloud platforms and the software development lifecycle who enjoys tackling complex problems and turning them into elegant practical solutions. You communicate clearly collaborate naturally and strike the right balance between operational demands and project priorities. Your strong cybersecurity awareness underpins everything you do and your relevant platform certifications reflect your technical credibility. Above all youre motivated curious and always looking for ways to improve how things work.

Essential Requirements

• Certifications relevant to the Platform(s) being administered

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Platform Configuration Administrator

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water(DCCEEW) works to protect the states environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy powered by affordable reliable and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the states natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state to support the environment communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Please also note to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Applications close Monday 16^th February 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact David Whitaker via

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live work and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with disabilities the LGBTQI community and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying

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• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

If you require an adjustment for your application process please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing or contacting Gemma Battison on(please mention reference number 547323).

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