About this role
We are seeking an experienced, visionary Manager to drive our digital transformation, enhance cybersecurity resilience, and lead innovative technology solutions that deliver exceptional outcomes for our community.
This is a challenging opportunity to shape the digital future of a dynamic region. As the senior leader in ICT, you will:
1. Lead strategic ICT direction—plan and deliver future-focused technology solutions aligned to our Council Plan.
2. Champion innovation—drive the adoption of cloud services, smart city technologies, AI, automation, and analytics.
3. Manage day-to-day ICT operations—oversee networks, systems, cyber security, service desk, enterprise systems, and vendor relationships.
4. Provide expert advice—guide stakeholders on emerging technologies, digital risk, and governance.
5. Deliver excellence—ensure secure, reliable, and compliant ICT services that enhance business outcomes and community value.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* Tertiary qualifications in IT or a related discipline—or extensive equivalent experience.
* Proven success leading digital transformation and managing complex ICT environments.
* Strong technical expertise across infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise systems, cloud services, and emerging digital technologies.
* Highly developed leadership, people management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Excellent problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.
* Understanding of legislative and security frameworks such as ISO 27001 and government ICT policies.
* Experience in local government or the public sector (desired).
Key Benefits
* Award-winning workplace culture.
* Diverse and inclusive team environment.
* Ongoing professional development opportunities.
The City reserves the right to commence the recruitment process earlier than expected.