Senior System Analyst & System Analyst

Division/Section: Business Services / Digital Information & Technology

Position Type: 2x Positions: Fixed-Term Full-Time, August 2026 – August 2027 with possibility of extension (9 day fortnight, 36.25 hours/week)

Salary Range: LGO7-8 ($113,019 - $140,195 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience

Location: Townsville

Application Close: 11:45pm, Wednesday 19 August 2026.

About the role

The Senior Systems Analyst is a critical role in the ITS Strategy and Delivery Team and is responsible for the provision of effective systems and database analysis capabilities in the development and operations of Council IT systems. By applying specific and deep technical skills in the analysis, technical design and management of Council’s Business Systems, as well as efficient database design and delivery, this role is able to support and deliver Council’s Business System solutions. Also Contributing as a technical specialist to the selection, technical design, configuration and implementation of new system software.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology or other related discipline and/or substantial industry experience.
• Minimum 10 years’ relevant industry experience with a minimum of 7 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Formal qualifications in IT Systems and/or Service Management e.g. ITIL and/or Project Management Framework.
• Certification in Database Administration (relevant database systems), or relevant industry experience.
• Strong experience in database administration and configuration, including setting standards for definition, security and integrity of database objects and conformance to standards.
• Strong experience in a diverse set of enterprise applications, specifically, but not limited to, payroll and enterprise resource planning solutions, preferably Frontier and Technology One.
• Strong experience in install / de-install of software, maintenance of configuration management records, installation procedures and standards.
• Strong experience in data engineering, including ETL development, data source management, and the design and operation of end-to-end data pipelines, preferably in Microsoft Fabric. 
• Experience in assessing and analysing release components and completing builds and tests in coordination with testers and component specialists.
• Strong experience in the evaluation and advice provision of new system software, review of system software updates, and ensuring system software is tailored to meet service objectives.
• Experience in configuring and testing software products into new or existing software environments.
• Demonstrated experience in Incident response management of minor to complex Incidents.
• Strong conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills, with a self-sufficient and proactive mindset, capable of independently managing workloads and driving continuous improvement and change.
• Strong communication skills with demonstrated experience effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders to provide advice / services, and achieve quality customer outcomes and to educate / capacity build.
• Current Queensland ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence.
• This position may be required to provide support and advice and operate outside of normal business operating hours.

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We’re committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.

We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:

• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
• 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Domestic and Family Violence Leave
• Natural Disaster Leave
• Annual wage progression
• Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
• Salary Sacrifice opportunities
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities
• Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
• Employee Assistance Program

* The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.

Contact Person:  Navajeet

Contact Email:    ••••@townsville.qld.gov.au

(for position enquiries only)

How to Apply

Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.

For further information review the Position Description. 

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact ••••@townsville.qld.gov.au or phone 07 •••• •004 for a confidential discussion.