Automation Governance Director

Australian Taxation Office; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Taxation Office in Sydney is seeking an Automation Governance Director to lead governance of enterprise automation initiatives and drive value through an optimised delivery lifecycle.

You will shape policy, provide high level advice to senior leadership, and work with cross‑agency partners to enhance automation practices while ensuring effective governance and staff engagement.

Qualifications

• Extensive understanding of technology governance, risk and operating models.
• Experience with business automation technologies, standards and governance considerations.
• Proficiency in Project Management and IT Delivery Methodologies.
• Ability to analyse, engage stakeholders and drive solutions aligned to strategy.

Responsibilities

• Govern enterprise business automation solutions and optimise delivery lifecycle.
• Provide high level advice to senior leadership and drive strategic priorities.
• Lead and develop teams to deliver complex, sensitive programs with political and operational impact.
• Influence policy and develop operational practices in support of agency objectives.

Job description

We are seeking an Automation Governance Director to join our Business Automation team.

As Automation Governance Director, you will be responsible for ensuring appropriate governance and controls are applied to enterprise business automation solutions and driving business value through an optimised automation delivery lifecycle. You will provide leadership and support to enable positive staff experience and productive relationships. You will identify opportunities to strengthen automation practices, improve operational efficiency and maintain effective governance to provide high level advice to senior leadership. You will manage and oversee highly complex and sensitive projects or work programs that carry strategic, political and operational significance, ensuring projects align with business objectives. You will also be responsible for influencing and developing strategy, policies, priorities and operational practices in support of agency objectives based on high level decision-making and judgement.

We embrace the strength of diversity – through our people and the perspectives they bring.

We are committed to inclusive recruitment practices and encourage applications from people with disability or neurodivergence, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments can be provided throughout the selection process.

• has an extensive understanding of technology governance, risk and operating models
• is experienced with business automation technologies, industry standards and the governance considerations associated with their delivery and operation
• is proficient in using Project Management and IT Delivery Methodologies
• plans and undertakes high level analysis and actively engages others to identify, develop and implement solutions that effectively advance corporate strategies
• drives continuous improvement to represent and negotiate across a broad spectrum of business partners and forums, advocating and explaining the agency's position, goals and objectives
• leads, inspires and develops high performing teams to deliver exceptional results in a complex and changing environment.

Getting to know the Australian Taxation Office

We are globally recognised for leading best practice in the administration of tax and superannuation, promoting a level playing field and fairness for all. Our work makes a real difference to the lives of Australians and positively impacts their economic and social wellbeing. Our people are problem-solvers, curious, dynamic and are at the heart of our success. We are inclusive and embrace the strength of diversity. Flexible working arrangements are available to help balance work and life. We offer more than you expect. We offer a place where you can belong, a say in how you make a difference, and the chance to grow a successful career.