The IT Services Team exists within the Information Technology Services Group to provide information systems support and advice required to enable the research outcomes and administration activities of the Garvan and The Kinghorn Cancer Centre (TKCC).

THE OPPORTUNITY

The IT Support Specialist reports to the IT Operations Manager, and is part of a small, dynamic team that is accountable for the day-to-day operations of the Garvan Service Desk.  It is the first point of call that enables and supports scientists and administrative staff to facilitate Garvan’s research, and requires a strong, client-focused outlook. This is an onsite role 5 days in the office initially.

Salary: Up to $85k + super + salary packaging (depending on experience)

Employment Type: 3 month contract. Full time hours.

SNAPSHOT OF BENEFITS

• Generous salary packaging to save you income tax on your wages thereby boosting your monthly take home pay (max. $15,900 general expenses + $2,650 meals/accom)
• Ample opportunities for on-going training and development
• Stimulating, diverse and highly international research environment
• Flexible work arrangements e.g. start / finish times
• 18 weeks paid parental leave for both parents including paid superannuation
• A range of additional leave types to meet your personal needs including cultural leave, conference leave, community service and study leave
• Discounted Health Insurance
• Lifestyle discounts with our community partners

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The key responsibilities include:

• Providing a high level of 1st and 2nd level technical support via telephone, service desk portal and face-to-face to over 700 users

• IT Bar shifts 9-11am & 2-4pm daily for walk-up IT Support for Garvan Building Staff

• Laptop Wipe & Rebuild following Standard Operating Procedures for Asset Management duties

• Maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction within the business

• Support of macOS and Windows devices

• Support of Microsoft products such as Office 365

• Maintenance of printers and other peripheral equipment

• Setup, maintain and support Mac and Windows workstations/laptops

• Provide technical expertise in the provision of support services and a central point of contact for Technology users, projecting a positive, client-focused image while resolving requests in a timely and efficient manner.

• Record, update and maintain detailed information in the help desk ticketing database

• Support of technology-related equipment and hardware, IP telephony systems, audio-visual equipment, photocopiers and scanners

• Good time management skills, attention to detail and ability to work unsupervised

ABOUT YOU

The key skills and experience include:

• 2 – 4 years help desk experience or a similar environment with ticketing system experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to multi-task and work quickly under pressure
• Flexible and reliable with strong research and troubleshooting ability
• Good time management skills, attention to detail and ability to work unsupervised
• Strong customer service ethic with a focus on providing a high level of service
• Experience with Laptop Support on macOS and Windows 11, including Office365

ABOUT GARVAN

Garvan Institute of Medical Research is an independent Medical Research Institute (MRI) in Sydney, delivering scientific and clinical impact on a global basis and in partnership with organisations that share our vision. We are proud to be one of Australia’s largest and most highly regarded MRI’s.

Our vision is global leadership in discoveries to impact and our enduring purpose is to impact human health, by harnessing information encoded in our genome.

We seek to see our world-class discovery research achieve life-changing impacts, not only for individual patients with rare diseases, but for the many thousands affected by complex, common disease.

Garvan promotes a diverse workplace and is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. We are always looking for culture ‘add’, not culture ‘fit’ and are building diverse teams with great sets of complementary styles and skills to help deliver our important work effectively.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please submit your application with a CV and cover letter as one document, stating why you are interested in this role. We are reviewing applications as they are received. If you think you’re the right person for this role, we’d love to hear how your capabilities, achievements and experience set you apart. Only applicants with full working rights in Australia are eligible to apply for this role.