Senior Systems Engineer

Posted: 25/06/2026

Closing Date: 27/07/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Perth Airport

Job Category: IT

Arc Infrastructure manages and develops transport infrastructure assets that support growth and create jobs in WA. Rail is at the heart of our business, and the 5,500km rail network is the backbone of freight transport in Western Australia from the diverse Midwest across to the fascinating Goldfields and Yilgarn regions through to the stunning South West and Great Southern. We’re committed to working with industry, our customers, partners and communities to find new opportunities that will support and strengthen our rail network for the benefit of WA.

Job Description

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to join our Technology Strategy & Project Delivery team on a 12month Fixed Term Contract.

This is a senior technical role that provides engineering leadership across complex IT/OT projects, with accountability for design, technical assurance, delivery and transition into operations.

The Role

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for providing deep technical expertise across the design and delivery of enterprise systems and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Technical leadership and engineering ownership of complex IT/OT infrastructure projects
• End‑to‑end accountability from Technical design through to operational handover
• Translating solution architectures into detailed, build ready designs (HLD / LLD)
• Providing technical assurance, design validation and risk assessment
• Defining and maintaining technical standards, patterns and reference designs
• Ensuring delivered solutions are secure‑by‑design, aligned to Arc Infrastructure’s security standards and the industry standards such as NIST Cyber Security Framework
• Involvement in operational readiness activities including documentation, support models and BAU transition
• Technical oversight of vendors and delivery partners
• Identifying, managing and escalating technical risks during project delivery
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of Arc Infrastructure’s systems and infrastructure landscape
• Developing and maintaining technical documentation, processes, test plans and diagrams
• Mentoring and developing peers

The role operates across a broad enterprise environment including technologies such as VMware, Windows Server, Cisco UCS, Pure Storage, Fibre Channel SANs, enterprise backup and monitoring platforms, Microsoft 365, Azure, Citrix, and security platforms.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Extensive experience in a senior systems or infrastructure engineering role
• Proven capability delivering complex infrastructure projects end‑to‑end
• Strong expertise across enterprise IT/OT environments, system integration and operational readiness
• Demonstrated experience with secure‑by‑design principles and cyber risk mitigation
• Ability to provide technical leadership, make sound engineering decisions and influence outcomes
• High attention to detail with strong documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with architects, project teams and operations
• A continuous improvement mindset and commitment to engineering excellence

Qualifications And Licences

• Essential: Current C Class Driver’s Licence

Desirable Certifications Include

• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
• Citrix Certified Associate (CCA)
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Working at Arc Infrastructure

Benefits

Working with us means working in a team environment where each person and team is valued for the diverse skills, ideas and experiences they bring. We promote a work environment that is characterised by personal accountability, mutual trust and respect and a genuine interest in employees. We understand our employees are the key to our success and as a team, our focus is to ensure they feel safe, valued and fulfilled in the work that they do. We provide a range of employee benefits including:

• flexible working arrangements
• professional development opportunities
• competitive remuneration based on skills and experience
• purchased additional annual leave
• health and wellbeing initiatives including
• $299 annual subsidy
• flu shots
• skin cancer checks
• paid parental leave
• staff discounts and rewards program
• novated leasing
  

To learn more about Arc Infrastructure visit www.arcinfra.com/Careers

How To Apply

If this looks like the role for you, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button to complete the online application. General queries can be directed to [email protected]. Please note we are unable to accept emailed applications.

Arc Infrastructure is committed to achieving a diverse and engaged workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island candidates.

Applications close on 27th July 2026

Recruitment agencies, our internal HR team looks after all of our vacancies. If we need your assistance we will reach out to you.