Senior Mainframe System Programmer

Job Description

About Us

At ANZ, we're applying new ways technology and data can be harnessed as we work towards a common goal: to improve the financial wellbeing and sustainability of our millions of customers.

About the Role

The role provides senior technical consultation supporting the installation, availability and performance of mainframe software.

The incumbent must have an extensive knowledge of mainframe software, including IBM’s z/OS operating system and SMP/E environment.

The role requires constant liaison with other technical support areas including PSSC (Production Services Support Centre) to provide effective service to customers. There is a further requirement to provide 24X7 on call system support on a rostered basis.

This senior position requires the incumbent possess strong mentoring skills to support and direct more junior team members.

What will your day look like?

• Responsible for day-to-day functions including:

• • Installing new Software
  • Maintain assigned software
  • Review software level & fixes
  • Apply required and appropriate software fixes
  • Document all software activities, including configuration, procedures and problem resolutions tasks
  • Vendor engagement
  • Maintain and enforce software security standards
  • Attend and participate in required meetings and workshops
  • Ensure required backups are performed and managed
  • Provide user support

• Ensure effective software solutions are in place to allow future development and exploitation of high availability solutions.

• Provide input into technology project resource estimations

What will you bring?

• High level of skill in mainframe software administration
• Expert knowledge of IBM’s z/OS operating system.
• Experience with IBM & BMC utilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively across organisational boundaries and build good working relationships with customers, peers, staff, vendors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven Customer Focus and advocate of the business needs.
• Strong oral & written communication skills, enabling easy interaction at many levels within ANZ.
• Understanding of the business & proven ability to translate business requirements into high-quality cost-effective solutions.
• Proven record in implementing and supporting technology services and driving change to effect substantial business value improvements.

So why join us?

From the moment you join ANZ, you'll be doing meaningful work that will shape a world where people and communities thrive.

But it's not just our customers who'll feel your impact. You'll feel it too. Because at ANZ, you'll have the resources, opportunities, and support you need to take the next big step in your career.

We're a diverse bunch at ANZ in different roles, different locations, doing different things. That's why we have a range of flexible working arrangements, so our people can 'make work, work for them'. We also provide a range of benefits including access to health and wellbeing services and discounts on selected products and services from ANZ and more.

At ANZ, you'll be part of an organisation where the different backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people are celebrated. That's because we're committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments you may require to our recruitment process or the role itself. If you're a candidate with a disability or access requirement, and have an enquiry about the support provided, please let us know on your application or visit ANZ Accessibility and Inclusion Programs for alternate contact methods.

To find out more about working at ANZ, visit https://www.anz.com.au/careers. You can apply for this role by visiting ANZ Careers and searching for reference number 112841 .  

Job Posting End Date

23/04/2026 , 11.59pm, (Melbourne Australia)