Senior Server Engineer
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre · South Wharf, Melbourne VIC ·
- Work mode
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Hospitality
- Experience
- 5+ years
Senior Server Engineer
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
Full time permanent opportunity
The Senior Server Engineer will be focused on ensuring platforms and systems are maintained and managed to ensure the highest levels of availability.
Reporting to the Head of IT Operations & CISO this role will work closely with Information Technology team members and key business stakeholders to extend current infrastructure capabilities, strengthen VCET’s security posture, and enable new digital capabilities.
Please note this role will be required to be on site 4 days per week initially with potential for 2 days WFH after the first three months
About the role
Providing deep technical expertise across Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, VMware / Nutanix virtual environments, Azure cloud platforms and other server platforms, the Senior Server Engineer will be focused on ensuring platforms and systems are maintained and managed to ensure the highest levels of availability. The Senior Server Engineer will provide direction, mentoring and guidance in the design, implementation and ongoing management of VCET's server, virtualisation and cloud infrastructure, ensuring platforms are secure, resilient and aligned with VCET's ICT strategy and cyber security frameworks.
Key responsibilities
Design, implement and manage enterprise Windows Server, Active Directory and Microsoft 365 environments across MCEC and Nyaal Banyul
Administer and optimise VMware/Nutanix virtual infrastructure, including compute, storage, lifecycle and platform management
Manage and evolve Azure cloud platforms, ensuring secure and reliable hybrid infrastructure
Lead patching, hardening and vulnerability remediation across server and infrastructure estates
Provide ongoing support and administration across enterprise infrastructure platforms and applications, including endpoint security, IT service management/helpdesk systems, and other core operational tooling
Own enterprise backup and disaster recovery processes, including regular recovery testing
Provide technical leadership, mentoring and guidance to ICT team members on infrastructure design and operations
Partner with the Cyber Security team to strengthen VCET's security posture and align infrastructure with ICT strategy and security frameworks
Monitor platform performance and availability, responding to incidents to minimise disruption to events and business operations
Contribute to infrastructure roadmap, capacity planning and lifecycle management across server and virtualisation platforms
About you
5+ years' experience in enterprise infrastructure or server engineering within a multi-site or multi-venue organisation of comparable scale and complexity to VCET
Demonstrated experience designing, implementing and supporting large-scale Windows Server environments, including Active Directory services
Hands-on experience managing VMware and/or Nutanix environments, including compute, storage, lifecycle and platform administration
Experience managing Microsoft 365 workloads, identity platforms and endpoint management solutions
Proven experience with Azure cloud platforms in hybrid infrastructure environments
Demonstrated expertise implementing hardening standards, patching regimes and vulnerability management within regulated environments
Proven experience managing enterprise backup solutions, disaster recovery processes and recovery testing
Relevant industry certification(s), e.g. VMware VCP, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator
Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise platforms and applications including endpoint security, web filtering (e.g. CrowdStrike, Zscaler), ITSM/helpdesk systems, and related infrastructure tooling
About us
With over 30 years of event management expertise, the Victorian Convention and Event Trust (VCET) is the powerhouse behind two of Victoria's most iconic venues—Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) and the newly open Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre and oversees the strategic direction and operational management of both venues, ensuring they deliver world-class events and experiences. MCEC offers world-class facilities, including expansive exhibition halls, flexible meeting spaces, and a state-of-the-art plenary that hosts everything from global conferences to live entertainment and community events.
The ICT team strives to provide solutions and support to make everyone at MCEC's work easier. Our vision is to enable informed business users who feel free to approach us for support and solutions to their business problems. We do this by fostering trusted partnerships and delivering business solutions that are designed to lighten workloads and simplify processes. The department is made up of five specialist areas: Infrastructure and Network, Cyber Security, Enterprise Applications, Service Management and Projects.
About you:
You have hands on experience building, managing and optimising cloud and hybrid infrastructure environments and extensive experience designing, implementing and supporting large-scale Windows Server environments, including Active Directory services
You have demonstrated strong expertise managing VMware and/or Nutanix environments, including compute, storage, lifecycle and platform administration and capability managing Microsoft workloads, identity platforms and endpoint management solutions
You can demonstrate expertise in implementing hardening standards, patching regimes, vulnerability management and security controls within regulated environments and Proven experience managing enterprise backup solutions, disaster recovery processes and recovery testing
Essential:
5+ years' experience in enterprise infrastructure or server engineering within a multi-site or multi-venue organisation of comparable scale and complexity to VCET
Demonstrated experience designing, implementing and supporting large-scale Windows Server environments, including Active Directory services
Hands-on experience managing VMware and/or Nutanix environments, including compute, storage, lifecycle and platform administration
Experience managing Microsoft 365 workloads, identity platforms and endpoint management solutions
Proven experience with Azure cloud platforms in hybrid infrastructure environments
Demonstrated expertise implementing hardening standards, patching regimes and vulnerability management within regulated environments
Proven experience managing enterprise backup solutions, disaster recovery processes and recovery testing
Relevant industry certification(s), e.g. VMware VCP, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator,
Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise platforms and applications including endpoint security, web filtering (e.g. CrowdStrike, Zscaler), ITSM/helpdesk systems, and related infrastructure tooling
Desirable:
ITIL Foundation
Experience operating within government or public-sector-aligned security frameworks
Experience in an events, hospitality or venue-based environment
Tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field
What's in it for you?
Our Culture
Join a team that values collaboration, creativity, and cultural respect, and help us create something truly special.
At VCET, we’re committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you need adjustments during the application or interview process, we’re happy to assist
Why Work with VCET?
Be part of a purpose-led organisation investing in community and sustainability
We value your growth, wellbeing, and balance
We offer free breakfast and discounted lunch menu from our Chefs as well as discounted parking and in house dry-cleaning.
14 weeks paid parental leave, purchased leave, healthy days, volunteer days and more.
Friendly and inclusive environment with a well-being program and initiatives.
Cultural diversity is valued and supported.
Free event tickets and employee discounts at onsite restaurants, cafes, and parking.
And so much more…
You don’t have to meet every requirement to apply.
Research shows that people from underrepresented backgrounds often hesitate to apply unless they meet all the criteria, yet many candidates who do apply don’t tick every box.
If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply.
We are keen to hear how your unique perspective and experience can strengthen our team.
Ready to apply:
Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter (2 page maximum) addressing how your skills and experiences align with the needs of the role as outlined above.
Applications close COB 23 September Wednesday 2026
Please note - candidates may be contacted earlier than the above-mentioned date and we reserve the right to close the advertisement early.
If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to complete your application or participate in the interview process due to a disability, please contact us
at [email protected]. Let us know what support you need (please don’t include any medical information), and our team will be in touch promptly.
Acknowledgement of Country:
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we operate our venues in Narrm and Djilang; the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and Wadawurrung peoples of the Kulin Nations. We pay our respects to Elders of all First Nations communities and seek to honour the long-standing tradition of building community and exchanging ideas on these lands.