About Us
Established in 1977, Palm Lake Group is a proudly Australian, family-owned business with extensive experience in developing, constructing, and managing Lifestyle Resorts, Retirement Villages, and Aged Care Facilities across Australia. Our resorts aren’t just places to live they’re vibrant, active communities designed for comfort, connection, and enjoyment.
Join us in redefining over-50s living.
Position Details
We are seeking an experienced and customer-focused IT Support Analyst to join our IT team based at our Southport Head Office. Supporting staff across Palm Lake Group's operations in Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria, you will provide Level 1 and Level 2 IT support, resolve technical issues, manage service requests, and help deliver reliable and secure IT services across the business. This is a full-time permanent position reporting to the IT Business Partner.
Responsibilities
- Provide Level 1 and Level 2 IT support to staff across Palm Lake Group.
- Log, track, and manage incidents and service requests through ServiceNow.
- Troubleshoot hardware, software, Microsoft 365, connectivity, and device issues.
- Configure and deploy laptops, desktops and mobile devices using Microsoft Intune.
- Manage user accounts, access and permissions across Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID.
- Develop and maintain IT documentation, user guides, and support resources.
- Assist with IT projects, equipment rollouts, relocations, and system improvements.
- Provide onsite support at Palm Lake Group locations as required.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders and external IT partners to resolve issues and improve service delivery.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of IT processes, systems, and user experience.
What We’re Looking For:
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:
- 3+ years experience in an IT Service Desk, Help Desk, or IT Support role.
- Experience using ServiceNow or a similar IT Service Management (ITSM) platform.
- Strong troubleshooting skills across Windows, Microsoft 365, printers, mobile devices, and business applications.
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune, Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID.
- Understanding of Microsoft 365 administration and end-user support.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and secure account management.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- A positive, team-focused attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt.
- Ability to travel locally and interstate on occasion to support Palm Lake Group operations.
Why Join Us?
At Palm Lake, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional lifestyle communities and providing our staff with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer our team:
- Competitive Remuneration
- Free Parking in Southport CBD
- Work-life Balance with flexible working hours (Between 7am-5pm, Mon to Fri)
- 24/7 free access to compassionate, confidential support with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Celebrate Milestones with tenure rewards!
- Supportive team culture - Be part of a vibrant and inclusive team where your contributions are valued
- Career Opportunities - Palm Lake Group spans 4 entities, 27 lifestyle resort communities and 7 aged care facilities across Australia's east coast, from development & construction to resort management & aged care, the career pathways and opportunities with Palm Lake Group are truly endless.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced, enthusiastic & customer focused IT Support professional, we would love to hear from you.
The recruitment process will commence as applications are received, so don't delay in submitting your CV if this sounds like the role for you!
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Skills Required
- 3+ years of experience in an IT service desk, help desk, or IT support role
- Experience using ServiceNow or a similar IT service management platform
- Strong troubleshooting skills across Windows, Microsoft 365, printers, mobile devices, and business applications
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune, Active Directory, and Microsoft Entra ID
- Understanding of Microsoft 365 administration and end-user support
- Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and secure account management
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Positive, team-focused attitude with willingness to learn and adapt
- Ability to travel locally and interstate occasionally
What We Do
Palm Lake Group is an Australian, family-owned operator of over-50s lifestyle resorts, retirement communities, and residential aged-care facilities. It develops, builds, and manages its communities, providing resort-style homes, amenities, hospitality, and resident support. Through Palm Lake Care, the group delivers round-the-clock residential care with clinical professionals, nursing, meals, housekeeping, and lifestyle services across its network in eastern Australia for older residents.
