Collaboration Platform Administrator
Job No:
COH23857
Location:
Hobart, TAS
Group and Team: Information Technology Service Group
Location: Town Hall
Employment status: Permanent Full-time 1.0 FTE
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 2
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $76,907 to $88,043 per annum + 13.5% superannuation.
About the role
The City of Hobart is transforming the way we work, collaborate and deliver services to our community. We are seeking a Collaboration Platform Administrator to help shape and support our modern digital workplace.
In this role, you will administer and enhance our Microsoft 365 collaboration environment, including SharePoint Online, Microsoft Teams, OneDrive and Power Platform solutions. You will work closely with employees across the organisation, providing technical support, enabling adoption of modern tools and helping teams embrace smarter, more connected ways of working.
You will play an important role in supporting cloud migration activities, improving business processes through automation and digital solutions, and helping drive the responsible adoption of AI-enabled technologies such as Microsoft Copilot.
Role accountabilities include:
• Supporting and administering Microsoft 365 collaboration platforms, including SharePoint Online, Teams and OneDrive.
• Providing responsive technical support and troubleshooting for users across the organisation.
• Supporting cloud migration projects and improving information management practices.
• Developing training resources and helping employees adopt modern digital tools and ways of working.
• Supporting automation, digital forms, workflow improvements and AI-enabled solutions.
Learn more about the role in the position description: Collaboration Platform Administrator Position Description
About you
You are a customer-focused technology professional who enjoys helping people get the most from digital tools and platforms. You combine strong technical capability with excellent communication skills and can explain complex concepts in a practical, user-friendly way.
You will bring experience supporting Microsoft 365 collaboration technologies, along with an understanding of information governance, security and modern workplace practices. You enjoy solving problems, building relationships and continuously improving services and user experiences.
Most importantly, you are passionate about helping organisations embrace innovation, collaboration and smarter ways of working.
About us
The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:
- Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- A wide range of leave entitlements.
- Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
- Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
- Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
- An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
- Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.
Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.
The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.
City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.
The City of Hobart operates within the Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework, safeguarding children and young people accessing our services and facilities. Your commitment to this framework is essential to improving the way we work, by implementing strategies and actions to promote child safety and wellbeing and preventing harm to children and young people. The City of Hobart incorporates Tasmania’s Child and Youth Safe Standards in its recruitment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community.
Learn more about our vision, mission and values.
How to apply
If you're passionate about our beautiful City and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!
If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Louise Mills, Chief Information Officer, on 0419 477 727 or email louise.mills@hobartcity.com.au
All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.
Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 6 September 2026.
Before you begin
You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.
Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.
To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:
- Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
- Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.
Selection process
Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.
The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.
Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.
Learn more about the selection process on our website.
