Position:  Senior Cloud Platform Specialist

Datacom Location:  Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and Canberra

Our Why

Datacom works with organisations and communities across Australia and New Zealand to make a difference in people’s lives and help organisations use the power of tech to innovate and grow.

About the Role (Your Why)

The Senior Cloud Platform Specialist is primarily responsible for the management of the Datacom Cloud with a relentless focus on continuous improvement of cloud operations and associated delivery leveraging agile methodologies. The role will deliver a professional technical engineer with responsibilities across a broad range of technologies. They maintain knowledge of the technologies deployed as well as up to date professional certifications to ensure the delivery of an exceptional service.

Our offices are based in Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and Canberra and we like to bring people together in person when we can, but we are mindful of the benefits of working from home for work/life balance. We therefore leave it to you and the team you join to figure out what works best!

** Please note that to be successful in this role you will need to be an Australian Citizen to be eligible for Baseline/ NV1 Security Clearance **

What You’ll Do

As the Senior Cloud Platform Specialist you will be focused on:

• The support of the various technologies that are deployed to deliver the Datacom Cloud. These technologies cover compute, storage, data protection, networking and automation
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Datacom to produce a single cloud vision and value proposition
• Demonstrating proactive ownership of identified issues as well as effective communication for suggested resolution efforts
• Proactive engagement with customers to ensure their requirements are continually being met with positive outcomes
• Compliance with all Datacom Cloud Operational and Information Security Management policies, procedures and processes to ensure an exceptional level of quality
• Maintaining awareness and knowledge of current market and industry developments and providing suitable interpretation to Management and relevant staff within the organisation
• Proactive support and management of the Datacom Cloud platform devices and applications
• Participation in 24x7 on-call support roster

We are a pretty agile company, and are keen to respond to customer, technology and internal stakeholders’ changing requirements and this can mean we evolve in our roles to meet those needs.

What You’ll Bring

• High-level knowledge of the various technologies underpinning the Datacom Private Cloud
• Experience working in a multi-tenanted Cloud environment
• Experience in networking. Cisco switching and routing. SDN, ACI and VMware NSX-T
• Practical experience working with Virtualised environments running on VMware, Hyper-V or other hypervisors – VMWare experience is a must have
• Practical experience working with Enterprise Storage platforms (EMC preferred), fibre channel switching infrastructure (Cisco preferred) and associated Management platforms
• Practical experience working with Enterprise Backup Management Platforms such as NetBackup (Preferred), Veeam or TSM
• Experience with automation languages, practices and toolsets

Why join us here at Datacom?

Datacom is one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest suppliers of Information Technology professional services. We have managed to maintain a dynamic, agile, small business feel that is often diluted in larger organisations of our size. It's our people that give Datacom its unique culture and energy that you can feel from the moment you meet with us.

We care about our people and provide a range of perks such as social events, chill-out spaces, remote working, flexi-hours and professional development courses to name a few. You’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop your career, connect and bring your true self to work. You will be recognised and valued for your contributions and be able to do your work in a collegial, flat-structured environment.

We operate at the forefront of technology to help Australia and New Zealand’s largest enterprise organisations explore possibilities and solve their greatest challenges, so you will never run out of interesting new challenges and opportunities.

We want Datacom to be an inclusive and welcoming workplace for everyone and take pride in the steps we have taken and continue to take to make our environment fun and friendly, and our people feel supported.

About the client
Our client has been crafting beautiful, functional outdoor spaces across Queensland. We specialise in landscaping, outdoor structures, and nature play areas for schools and commercial spaces, with a strong focus on projects that leave a lasting, positive impact on local communities. We believe in creating environments where creativity thrives, and where children can explore and grow.

The Role
As a Site Manager, you will oversee commercial construction projects with a focus on creating meaningful and purposeful outdoor spaces for educational establishments, including playgrounds and sensory nature play areas. You will lead a small, dedicated team and work closely with subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest standard. This role is hands-on, collaborative, and perfect for someone who loves bringing creative ideas to life through practical execution.

What We’re Looking

For You’re calm under pressure, humble, and team-oriented. You don’t have an ego, and you’re the kind of person who listens as much as you lead. You’re passionate about creating spaces that matter – places where children and communities can thrive. You’re a hands-on leader, ready to roll up your sleeves and get involved in the process, from concept to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Manage the end-to-end delivery of construction projects, from brickwork to landscaping and timber structures.
• Team Collaboration: Lead a small site team and subcontractors, fostering a cooperative and positive work environment.
• Client Communication: Act as the key point of contact for clients, including school staff and government bodies, ensuring smooth communication and project alignment.
• Hands-On Execution: Get involved in the practical side of things – from overseeing the work to jumping on the tools and leading from the front.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure all safety standards are met and maintained throughout the project.
• Tools: Understanding of how to use QR codes, Smartsheets, and Workbench for tracking project progress but comfortable with a paper based processed whilst new technology is being implemented in the coming months.

Qualifications & Skills

• Trade-qualified carpenter or builder with experience in timber structures.
• Hands-on experience in site management, ideally within landscaping or civil construction.
• Skid Steer or Excavator experience required.
• Leadership skills with the ability to manage both teams and multiple projects.
• Great communicator, comfortable liaising with senior project managers and school stakeholders.
• Experience working with children’s play areas is a bonus but not essential.
• Working with Children Card (preferred).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Superannuation, phone allowance, and a fuel card.
• Company vehicle (Ute or tool truck).
• 4 weeks annual leave.
• The chance to be part of a team that’s truly making a difference through creative, purposeful work.

Interested?
Apply now and help us create spaces that inspire and delight! Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you're interested in this opportunity.