Engineer Level 3 - Digital Infrastructure Operations

__________

ENGINEER DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE OPERATIONS

DIGITAL SERVICES

The role | Te mahi

Are you looking for the chance to work for one of the largest IT sites in the South Island – enjoy all the benefits of a large organisation and a great quality of life in a vibrant city that offers easy living?

This is a technical role performing a variety of tasks related to maintaining computer hardware in the University’s central ITS Data Centres, including remote sites between Invercargill and Auckland.

As a Digital Infrastructure Operations Engineer, you’ll work hands‑on with a diverse range of technologies – from servers to high‑capacity storage – while helping maintain and support two of Central ITS’s core data centres. Join a dynamic and ever‑evolving team at the heart of ITS operations.

The Digital Infrastructure team at Otago University have the privilege of managing and supporting one of the largest and most complex IT sites in New Zealand. We provide many of the systems and services that the University needs to deliver high quality research and teaching outcomes.

Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

We’re on the lookout for someone with a solid foundation in server management and a passion for building their technical skills. Our team supports a diverse environment of around 1,200 virtual machines, split between Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

Our ideal candidate for this role will :

• Have direct experience supporting data centre environments, including the physical installation and maintenance of servers.
• Have in‑depth knowledge and experience managing network cabling and requirements within a data centre.
• Have a collaborative mindset with a track record of being a team player who helps others succeed.
• Enthusiasm for learning and keeping pace with new technologies and industry trends.
• Have strong interpersonal skills — we value people who can communicate and connect just as well as they troubleshoot.
• A problem‑solving approach that’s both creative and practical.

If you think you can tick these boxes, we would like to talk to you and hear about how a role in our team fits into your IT journey. We are looking for someone with drive, enthusiasm, and a desire to build their skills.

Further details | Pūroko

This is a full time (37.5 hours) permanent position, based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. Scheduled after‑hours work and participation in an on‑call roster as required.

The appointment range for this position is $85,057 to $92,174. Top of range $97,508.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this job.

For further information, please contact Andrew Foster – Manager Infrastructure Operations, via the contact details below.

Application | Tono

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number will close on Sunday, 16 November 2025.

Applications may be considered as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.

Additional Information

Contact : Andrew Foster Tel : +64 21 917 157

#J-18808-Ljbffr