Lead Infrastructure Engineer

Mō te tūranga | About the Role
This role specialises in WNZLs Storage and Backup & Recovery (BUR) environment including overseeing design, implementation and maintenance of storage solutions and backup systems. Provides guidance and support by mentoring engineers and leading by example solving complex technical problems.

Key responsibilities:

Design, implement and maintain operational storage and backup performance of large-scale Windows and Unix /Linux Server environments in order to meet contractual service levels and agreed Project time frames.
Lead Storage and Backup Project design, implementation and system administration.
Technical oversight across a multiskilled team maintaining WNZL Storage & BUR environments.
Responsible for creating document backup strategies and technologies.
Develops implementation of Backup and Restore elements across a broad range of systems including installation, configuration and upgrades.
Provide technical expertise and guidance working closely with technical architects and engineers in all areas of data protection.
Provide L3 support to BAU teams in resolving complex issues, restoring data and performance tuning.
Write and maintain required technical documentation.


Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?

Experience troubleshooting complex incidents and problems associated to storage and backup environments and related applications.
Experience maintaining high availability storage sub-systems capacity and configuration and/or maintaining multi-site backup schedules and recovery testing
Strong technical knowledge of physical and virtual servers, operating systems and network infrastructures
Experience of Unix, Linux, Windows and VMWare platforms
Comprehensive and demonstratable Backup and Recovery troubleshooting ability.
Ability to mentor technical staff and 3rd party partners to troubleshoot complex server environments and situations.


Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac
In addition to immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, you'll receive some great job perks and benefits including:

4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best
Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year
Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme
Growth and development – we provide opportunities for development and promote internal mobility
Recognition - we recognise and reward our star performers
School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday
2 Volunteer days per year
Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.

What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!

Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!

Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter.

The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities.

Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater

Applications close:

13 March 2025