Team Leader Systems (HR)

This is a permanent full-time position commencing April 2026.

Education Business Services (EBS) is the primary provider of professional business services and operational support to Western Australian public schools, statutory boards and departmental divisions. Its core service areas include finance, information and communication technologies (ICT), and infrastructure, with a strong focus on enhancing organisational capability, efficiency and service responsiveness. EBS operates under clear service delivery principles of being responsive, flexible, transparent, accountable and collaborative to ensure consistent, high‑quality support that contributes to effective educational outcomes.

Within EBS, the ICT function delivers system‑wide technical services and strategic initiatives that enable schools to operate independently while remaining connected within a broader departmental framework. The Integration, Build and Deployment directorate is responsible for the design, development, security implementation, testing, integration and maintenance of technical solutions to meet organisational needs. The HR Systems team manages and maintains the Department’s Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS) and related platforms, ensuring system integrity, payroll processing accuracy, data reliability and ongoing enhancements, while providing specialist support and problem resolution to business areas and users.

Role The role provides specialist leadership and oversight of the Department’s Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS) and associated HR systems. It leads and coordinates a team of HR business systems specialists and contracted resources, managing system administration, maintenance, third‑level user support and ongoing development. The position is responsible for managing physical and financial resources, including workflow design, budget preparation and business case development, and for leading HR system projects encompassing planning, design, implementation, security, integrity enhancements and change management. It also undertakes research and analysis to resolve complex system issues, monitors system performance and ensures compliance with legislative and policy requirements.

The role contributes to effective branch management by overseeing staff performance and leave management in accordance with Public Sector standards, departmental policy and relevant industrial instruments. It supports a safe, inclusive and high‑performing work environment that promotes equity, diversity and the achievement of organisational and individual goals, and contributes to branch‑wide change initiatives and continuous improvement activities.

The position maintains strong customer and stakeholder engagement by consulting with internal and external parties to implement business improvements and ensure HR systems align with operational and industrial requirements. It provides high‑level strategic advice on HR system performance, represents the branch on committees and working groups, and develops effective communication networks to access specialist knowledge and support a consistent focus on service quality and continuous improvement.

Professional Benefits We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:

12% employer contributed superannuation.

Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including working from home or remote and flexible working hours.

Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.

Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.

Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).

Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5‑minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Cam Robins, Manager ICT Corporate Systems on 08 9264 4362 or email cameron.robins@education.wa.edu.au.

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact). Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021‑2025 for more details.

Eligibility

Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.

Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents Your application should include:

A CV of up to six (6) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:

Demonstrated highly developed skills and experience in administration, user support and agile development (methods) of an integrated Human Resource Management Information System in a large and complex organisation.

Demonstrated highly developed leadership, project planning and change management skills with the ability to coordinate and deliver strategic outcomes.

Demonstrated highly developed written, oral and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships and networks and to undertake high‑level consultations, collaborations and negotiations.

Demonstrated highly developed conceptual and analytical skills and experience in providing innovative solutions to strategic and complex problems and issues.

Demonstrated substantial understanding of legislation, awards and agreements related to education.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1027482.

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Friday, 6 March 2026.

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