Network Engineer

TP Human Capital is working with a government client in Townsville to recruit a Network Engineer on a contract basis until June 2026. This role offers 36.25 hours per week at a rate of $68 per hour.

You will be responsible for maintaining and supporting the organisation’s network infrastructure. The role involves configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting hardware and network systems to ensure stable and secure operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up routers, switches, firewalls, and access points
• Configure network protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF)
• Implement VLANs and subnetting
• Monitor network performance and availability
• Perform routine system maintenance and upgrades
• Manage network logs and system alerts
• Diagnose and resolve connectivity and performance issues
• Respond to outages and service disruptions
• Provide technical support to end-users and IT staff

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of relevant industry experience
• At least 3 to 5 years in network engineering role
• Strong experience with enterprise network hardware and protocols
• Solid troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

How to Apply

To express your interest in this opportunity, please apply with your resume and cover letter. For confidential discussions, contact Grace at TP Human Capital on 07 4447 1400.