About Council
A region the size of Tasmania, just 2.5 hours west of Brisbane and an easy drive from the Sunshine and Gold Coasts, the Western Downs has a growing population of over 34,000 people.
The region’s diverse economy, vibrant active communities and the extensive infrastructure and multi-billion dollar energy investments are ensuring that the Western Downs continues to go from strength-to-strength.
Western Downs Regional Council is one of only a handful of Council’s in the state of Queensland to be debt-free.
Council is very proud of this immense achievement which it had been working towards since 2015, proving itself to be one of the most financially prudent Councils in Queensland.
About the Role
You will lead, manage and inspire your team to promote innovation, as well as, overseeing and managing the progress of ICT projects.
Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, you will:
- Lead, manage and mentor the ICT Project team;
- proactively monitor the progress of projects, resolve issues and initiate action;
- deliver outstanding customer services internally and externally to ensure WDRC achieves its ICT program objectives, aligned to Corporate goals and plans;
- be responsible for building a motivated and high performing cohesive project team;
- promote technological change, risk and resource management; and
- manage and update key stakeholders on the project's budgets and ensure delivery on time and on budget.
About you
The successful applicant will have:
- ICT qualifications and/or experience (highly desirable);
- strong technical leadership capabilities and knowledge of technological trends;
- provide experience in leading and managing teams in project management;
- previous experience transforming an information technology environment and mentoring teams;
- system implementation experience, data migration and a working knowledge of project management software;
- knowledge of Solution architecture;
- very strong verbal and written communication, negotiation and influencing skills
- Prince2 / PMBOK / Agile experience (highly desirable); and
- ITILv3 Certification (highly desirable).
What we offer:
- Relocation assistance may be offered to suitably qualified candidate
- Access to Corporate Health Plan
- Job security in a local government position
If you enjoy working both autonomously as well as collaboratively with relevant stakeholders and have a passion for continuous improvement, this role is for you. TOGETHER WE MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE
For a full position description copy and paste the below URL into a browser.
https://www.wdrc.qld.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/ECM_3329829_v5_Position-Description-ICT-Program-Manager.pdf
Application via Seek 'Apply Now.'
Applications close at 5:00pm AEST, Wednesday 5 February 2020.
Additional Information
Applicants for this position agree to WDRC conducting an independent employment check with your current (or most recent) employer prior to your formal appointment to the advertised position.
Western Downs Regional Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend without prior notice.
