Network Engineer (Entry Level)

About this Opportunity

• Continuing, Full-Time
• Digital Services Directorate
• CQUniversity Rockhampton
• Higher Education Worker Level 5
• Total Remuneration $95,618 to $107,560 pa (including salary of $80,799 to $90,890 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Launch and Build Your Career in Network Engineering – Entry to Expert

Are you a recent graduate looking for a technical career in network engineering? This exciting opportunity will grow your project, technical delivery and leadership skills to help you progress into more senior roles.

We’re not just offering a job — we’re offering you a career pathway.

About the Role

You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, gain hands-on experience in enterprise network environments, and receive tailored training and mentoring. Career progression will be based on achieving defined learning outcomes and skills through a personalised development plan.

Who We’re Looking For

• You will be a recent graduate in IT, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field or a current entry level IT professional with a strong technical mindset and a passion for learning.
• You will be detail-oriented and be able to visualise and understand complex systems.
• You will be highly motivated and committed to long-term professional growth.

Be Rewarded

• Hybrid / flexible working arrangements
• CCNA certification funded by Digital Services Directorate.
• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 30 November 2025

  
Job Requisition ID: 6675

Internal Position Title: Network Technician

Contact Details: 

Julianne Weekers

(07) 4930 6583

j.weekers@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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