Information & Technology Manager

Ready for a change? Eager to innovate?

• Supportive and friendly team environment valuing growth and development
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements emphasising work/life balance
• Excellent employee benefits

As our Information & Technology Manager, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our Council's IT and Information Management programs. We seek a leader with strong technical skills, excellent communication abilities and a positive can-do attitude to head our IT team at Swan Hill Rural City Council.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Shape the future of Council's I.T. and Records Programs with visionary input and strategic direction.
• Corporate Goals: Play a pivotal role in achieving corporate objectives and fostering a culture of commitment and accountability.
• Policy Development: Develop and implement policies, service levels, and standards to ensure top-tier program performance.
• Program Oversight: Plan and manage I.T. and Records Programs, supporting organisational goals while meeting corporate and statutory requirements.
• Best Value Delivery: Ensure equitable and high-quality service delivery across the organisation, adhering to Best Value principles.
• Informed Leadership: Keep the Director of Corporate Services updated on key developments and recommend new technologies to the Executive and Leadership Teams.

Requirements

• At least four years of experience in a senior or supervisory role involved in leading relatively complex ICT Systems related activities including help desk services.
• Demonstrated experience in personnel management, managing projects, budget preparation and maintenance of administrative and financial controls.
• A current Police Check (dated within last six months) is essential prior to employment.

About the municipality

Enjoy endless sunsets, weekend country and river getaways and live in a thriving community with a great range of entertainment, retail and dining options. You will be tempted by an abundance of fresh produce the Mallee is famous for, enjoying wide open spaces and diverse natural assets including the Murray River, lakes, wetlands & forests. To learn more about Swan Hill please visit and Swan Hill Resident Guide

Why you will love working with us:

• Total Remuneration Package: Ranging from $160,000 to $180,000 dependent upon qualifications and experience.
• Generous Superannuation: Enjoy a superannuation rate of 15%.

Employee Benefits:

• Active social club, staff events, and corporate wellness programs (e.g. subsidised gym memberships)
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Four weeks annual leave
• 12 days sick leave
• Annual leave loading paid at 17.5%
• Long service leave pro-rata after seven years
• Flexible work arrangements like work from home, and flexibility in hours and days of work
• Additional compassionate and carer's leave
• Purchased leave model of employment
• Salary packaging options including superannuation salary sacrifice

Council is also committed to career development and offers regular internal training programs, mentoring and leadership programs, and subsidised higher education and study leave.

How to apply

To apply for a position at Swan Hill Rural City Council, please follow the steps below:

1. Download the Position Description - Visit Swan Hill Rural City Council to download the relevant Position Description.

2. Prepare your application - Your application must be submitted by the advertised closing date and include the following documents:

• Cover Letter - Introduce yourself and specify the position you are applying for.
• Current Resume - Provide a current resume detailing your employment history, education, relevant experience and skills.
• Statement Addressing Key Selection Criteria - Respond to each key selection criterion listed at the end of the position description. Clearly explain how your qualifications, experience, skills, and knowledge meet each criterion.

Note: Applications that do not address the key selection criteria may not be considered.

3. Submit your application

• Click the 'Apply Now' button on the job listing.
• Upload your Cover Letter, Statement Addressing Key Selection Criteria and Resume.
• Complete the application form and click submit.

Applications Deadline

Applications close 12 noon, Monday, 21 July 2025.

Enquiries

Any further enquiries can be directed to Human Resources
Email: [email protected]
Phone:

Join us and take your career to the next level with Swan Hill Rural City Council. Apply today and become a valued member of our team