Synergetic Systems Manager
Melbourne Grammar School · Melbourne VIC · onsite
Synergetic Systems Manager
Melbourne Grammar School is seeking a Synergetic Systems Manager to join our dedicated IT Department. This is a key role responsible for managing, maintaining and developing the School’s core Student Information System, Synergetic, while supporting the integrity, security and effective use of data across the School.
The Synergetic Systems Manager is responsible for the administration and ongoing development of the Synergetic platform and the design and delivery of Crystal Reports and other business intelligence solutions. The role serves as the central point of expertise for the School's student, family, staff, and community data, supporting operational, strategic, and compliance requirements across all campuses.
The full-time fixed term opportunity commencing by December 2026 / January 2027 until July 2027 and is located in our South Yarra campus.
You will:
- Administer, maintain and support Synergetic, SynWeb and their associated database structures.
- Maintain the accuracy, integrity and security of student, family, staff and community data.
- Manage user access, permissions and security settings across Synergetic, SynWeb and associated SQL database objects.
- Design and maintain Crystal Reports, SQL queries, data extracts and Power BI reporting solutions.
- Manage annual and semester-based system rollovers, student lifecycle transitions, timetable configurations and calendar events.
- Support integrations between Synergetic and other School software platforms and business systems.
- Coordinate system upgrades, testing and enhancements in partnership with the IT Technical Services Team.
- Provide expert advice, training and ongoing support to staff using Synergetic and related systems.
- Prepare data and reports to support operational, strategic, census, government and regulatory requirements.
The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of Synergetic, SQL, Crystal Reports, MS Query and Power BI, along with excellent organisational, analytical and stakeholder engagement skills. Discretion, confidentiality and the ability to manage competing priorities will be essential
Our School is a place of extraordinary possibilities
Melbourne Grammar School is one of Australia's leading independent schools that believes in the holistic education of young people. This role is based at our South Yarra campus where our Senior School welcome around 850 boys in Years 9 – 12 each day and our Wadhurst campus, comprises 400 boys in Years 7 and 8 where they make the transition from primary to secondary education in an environment designed with their needs in mind.
We believe that education can create extraordinary possibilities in the lives of young people and the communities in which they live. We engage talented people and want them to create possibilities for themselves and for others. Teaching and learning at Melbourne Grammar School strikes a balance between the best of traditional approaches and contemporary practice. We are focused on growth and active participation, and our work is supported by expert and dedicated teachers, outstanding resources and learning spaces purpose-built for young learners.
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Applying for the role
To apply, please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be redirected to our secure online staff recruitment portal.
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Applications close Sunday 25 October2026.
Please note, Melbourne Grammar staff must hold or be able to obtain a valid Working with Children Check. Melbourne Grammar School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.
Applicants should familiarise themselves with Melbourne Grammar Schools Child Safety policies and procedures and the values available on our website.
For enquiries, please contact the Human Resources Team via employment@mgs.vic.edu.au