Help lead a critical technology transition for a major Victorian council. We're looking for an experienced Project Manager with decommissioning experience to oversee the strategic retirement of Council systems as part of a large transformation program.
What you'll be doing
* Lead the development and delivery of a whole-of-Council decommissioning plan.
* Drive strategic direction, risk management and stakeholder engagement across business units, IT, vendors and executive teams.
* Oversee secure data migration, archival and retention of sensitive Council information.
* Manage system shutdowns, dependency mapping, infrastructure removal and reporting.
* Ensure budgets, contracts and asset disposals are appropriately managed and closed out.
* Maintain meticulous documentation and lead post-implementation reviews to inform future improvements.
* Build a cohesive, high-performing team and model Council's leadership expectations.
What you'll bring
* Tertiary qualifications in IT plus strong experience delivering complex technical projects.
* Deep expertise in system decommissioning within a Local Government environment.
* Strong financial and project management capability (PRINCE2 certification ideal).
* Proven ability to influence, negotiate and build strategic relationships across diverse stakeholders.
* Experience leading specialist teams through complex change.
* High-level judgement, problem-solving, and ability to navigate politically sensitive environments.
Why this role matters
You'll play a pivotal role in helping Council transition to modern systems while ensuring compliance, security and minimal disruption. If you are interested in this major strategic initiative with visibility across the organisation and the chance to build long-term and would like to know more please contact Chris Mackay or
The City of Melton is a community where everyone belongs. Ours is a vibrant and diverse municipality-one of the fastest developing in Australia. Our organisation strives to provide our community with state‑of‑the‑art amenity and facilities, engaging health and wellbeing options, and support to become active members of our Lifelong Learning City. We invest in innovation, offering professional and personal development, and generous leave and flexibility to staff, while also fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture. You'll be able to work close to home in a dynamic setting featuring cafes and retail options set amongst heritage buildings and open green spaces.
Melton City Council Senior Officer Benefits
* 5 weeks Annual Leave
* Flexible working options including working from home
* Ability to purchase up to 4 additional weeks leave
* 16 weeks paid parental leave
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