William Buck, more than advisors: We understand that exceptional advice comes from passionate people who thrive in an environment where they feel empowered to shape outcomes. That's why at William Buck, we've created what we like to call the 'Goldilocks' model – a top tier firm that's just the right size to ensure every employee has a tangible impact. William Buck is the perfect place to start, grow or take your career to the next level. Be part of a dynamic team that prides itself on delivering advice that makes a difference.
William Buck is a leading network of Chartered Accountants and Advisors, established in 1895, with over 150 partners and 1,200 professional staff across 10 offices in Australia and New Zealand, focusing on deeply understanding clients’ needs and tailoring solutions that go beyond traditional accounting and advisory services.
If you want to join a company where friendships are forged and careers made, then come on over to a place that's delivering more than just advice.
Job Description
Your Role:
As a Systems Administrator, you’ll report directly to the Head of Information Technology and contribute to ensuring the stability, security, and performance of our IT environment. This is a hands-on technical role offering diverse responsibilities and a collaborative work culture.
What your day might look like:
Maintain enterprise core server, storage, virtualisation, and cloud environments to support seamless operations.
Administer Windows Server, Active Directory/Entra, and Microsoft 365 services.
Maintain strong security practices for system, identity, and access controls.
Monitor and resolve system incidents, performing root-cause analysis for incident prevention.
Provide Tier 2/3 escalation support and assist in front-line service desk coverage during peak periods.
Drive infrastructure upgrades, cloud migrations, and lifecycle refresh projects.
Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation and configuration records.
Strengthen disaster-recovery plans and ensure resilience readiness.
Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to enhance IT service delivery.
Adhere to IT governance, security standards, and data management protocols.
Explore and implement opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and enable automation.
Desired Skills and Experience
What makes you ‘just right’:
Education & Certifications:
Degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows Server, ITIL) are highly desirable.
A demonstrated commitment to staying abreast of evolving technologies.
Technical Expertise:
7+ years of experience in a similar role or equivalent infrastructure roles.
Strong knowledge of Windows Server, virtualisation, cloud platforms (including Azure), and hybrid enterprise environments.
Expertise in cybersecurity principles, identity and access management, and network basics like firewalls, VPNs, and routing.
Proficiency in Microsoft products & services with a focus on automation tools like PowerShell.
Deep understanding of enterprise backup, recovery, and disaster-recovery practices.
Soft Skills:
Analytical, with strong problem-solving capabilities and sound judgment.
Ability to interact confidently with technical and non-technical audiences.
High levels of adaptability, organisation, and independent work capability.
A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach with internal teams and external vendors.
What makes us ‘just right’:
At William Buck, we are more than just advisors. Everything we do is designed to have a positive impact—on our people, clients, and the broader community. Our mission is clear: to deeply understand our clients’ needs and deliver tailored solutions that go beyond traditional advisory services.
As part of our IT team, you’ll have the opportunity to work in an environment that values collaboration, personal growth, and innovation. We offer:
A vibrant workplace culture that encourages friendships and fosters professional excellence.
Pathways to mentorship and leadership opportunities to support your career development.
Flexible work arrangements to suit individual needs.
Diversity, equity and inclusion statement:
William Buck is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone feels valued.
Prior to the next step in the recruitment process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment process.
