Manager Information Services – Moree Plains Shire Council
Moree Plains Shire Council is seeking a visionary and results-driven Manager Information Services to lead our IT strategy, drive digital transformation, and ensure the continuous connectivity, security, and stability of our essential systems.
This key leadership role reports to the Director Corporate & Community and is instrumental in managing the strategic direction of Council's IT and delivering innovative improvements that enhance business performance and community outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Implement and review the IT Strategy, drive digital transformation through automation and cloud-based solutions, and prepare business cases for sound ICT investment.
Operational Management: Oversee all ICT operations, including infrastructure, networks, applications, and vendor performance, ensuring reliability and high performance.
Governance & Security: Develop and oversee a comprehensive cybersecurity and information governance strategy to ensure compliance and resilience against modern threats.
Team Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a technical team (System Manager, Network Engineer, Records Officers, and GIS Officer) to align capability with strategic goals.
Project Delivery: Lead ICT and digital transformation projects using structured methodologies, delivering within scope, budget, and timeframes.
Essential Criteria
Degree-level (or higher) qualifications in Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, combined with extensive experience in a senior ICT leadership role.
Demonstrated technical expertise across essential ICT areas (networks, cloud, security, disaster recovery, enterprise applications).
Comprehensive knowledge of compliance requirements.
Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop staff to achieve high-performance results.
Strong experience in budget management, strategic planning, and risk mitigation.
Experience within a Local Government setting or with systems such as Civica/Authority, CRM, and Content Manager is highly desirable.
What is on Offer
Salary: Competitive salary negotiable based on experience
Employment Basis: Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours per week).
Work/Life Balance: Rostered day off every three weeks (extra 17 days off per year).
Additional Benefits: Superannuation Guarantee, Leaseback Vehicle, Ability to Salary Sacrifice, PPE/Uniform Allowance.
Location: Moree – a relaxed, healthy, and harmonious regional lifestyle.
Apply Now: If you are ready to apply your leadership and technical expertise to shape the future of information services in the beautiful regional town of Moree, click Apply Now.
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