NIWA · Rotorua, New Zealand ·
A Network Engineer at New Zealand's Bioeconomy Science Institute (Scion) in Rotorua, supporting and troubleshooting LAN, WAN, wireless, firewalls and remote access, implementing changes to security and change-management standards, and assisting with Windows, Linux, cloud and virtualisation infrastructure.
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Network Engineer
Data and Digital
Rotorua, New Zealand
Vacancy number: 61204
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours
Be Part of Science That Makes a Difference
As a Network Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the reliable, secure, and efficient operation of the Institute's network infrastructure. Working closely with teams and leaders across the organisation, you'll help ensure our connectivity and systems perform at their best, enabling our people to succeed.
You will be a confident communicator, able to build strong relationships and work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. We're looking for someone with proven experience in troubleshooting network and infrastructure issues, using a structured, analytical, and methodical approach to identify and resolve problems.
If you enjoy collaborating with others, influencing positive outcomes, and delivering solutions that create real value for the organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
At the Bioeconomy Science Instititute Maiangi Taio, we offer excellent employee benefits and flexibility, such as;
Recharge - Generous additional annual leave and paid parental leave.
Flexibility - Hybrid working options and flexible hours where appropriate.
Health & Wellbeing - Excellent benefit choices in retirement savings, comprehensive wellbeing and health benefits with enhanced sick leave.
What you will be doing | Ngā whāinga matua
In this role, you will:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
The Bioeconomy Science Institute Maiangi Taiao is New Zealand’s newest public research organisation, formed through the merger of AgResearch, Plant & Food Research, Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research, Scion, and the New Zealand Food Innovation Network. Our purpose is to drive innovation and commercial outcomes in the bioeconomy, using research and technology to support enduring economic growth and resilience, a healthy environment and beneficial social outcomes for New Zealand.
We are excited about this new chapter and welcome applicants who want to be part of our journey.
Further details about the Bioeconomy Science Institute can be found on our website, watch this Bioeconomy Science Institute short clip.
If this opportunity excites you and you believe your skills, experience and perspective would add value to our team, we'd love to hear from you.