Identity and Access Coordinator

Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure; City Of Stirling; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging

Flexible working

4 weeks annual leave

Long service leave

Gym discounts

Job summary

The Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) is seeking an experienced leader to head the Identity and Access Section, driving secure IAM, systems integration and data governance across WA’s transport systems.

You will manage a team of specialists, engage with stakeholders and external partners, and deliver practical, governance-aligned technical solutions while maintaining system integrity and performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading operational or technical teams within a large and complex organisation.
• Strong understanding of business systems, data governance, identity and access management, or systems integration principles.
• Ability to analyse complex business and technical issues and translate findings into practical solutions and improvements.
• Excellent relationship management skills, with the confidence to influence, negotiate and collaborate across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Experience overseeing data integrity, reporting and information management activities to support business outcomes.
• Strong planning and organisational skills, with a track record of managing priorities and delivering results in a dynamic environment.
• A people-focused leadership style that motivates teams, builds capability and fosters a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Identity and Access Section, ensuring security, integrity and performance of key interfaces.
• Lead a team of technical specialists and investigate and resolve complex system interface issues.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and external partners to deliver reliable system outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Identity Access Mgmt

Systems integration

Data governance

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Relationship management

Job description

Working for the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) allows you to play a part in connecting the people of Western Australia. We are a progressive organisation. We are leaders in providing safe, accessible, sustainable, and efficient transport services and solutions that promote economic prosperity and enhance the lifestyles of all Western Australians.

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced leader with a strong background in identity and access management, systems integration and stakeholder engagement?

In this role, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Identity and Access Section, ensuring the security, integrity and performance of key system interfaces and metadata structures. You will lead a team of technical specialists, investigate and resolve complex system interface issues, and work closely with business stakeholders and external partners to deliver reliable and efficient system outcomes.

A key focus of the role is maintaining the integrity of business-critical data and access management processes, supporting ongoing system enhancements, and providing expert advice and reporting to management. You will build strong relationships across the Department and with external partners, ensuring business needs are effectively translated into technical solutions while operating within established governance frameworks.

There is currently one permanent position available for immediate filling.

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of employment (fixed term or permanent) in this or similar roles for a period of twelve (12) months from date of first appointment.

About you

• Proven experience leading operational or technical teams within a large and complex organisation.
• Strong understanding of business systems, data governance, identity and access management, or systems integration principles.
• Ability to analyse complex business and technical issues and translate findings into practical solutions and improvements.
• Excellent relationship management skills, with the confidence to influence, negotiate and collaborate across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Experience overseeing data integrity, reporting and information management activities to support business outcomes.
• Strong planning and organisational skills, with a track record of managing priorities and delivering results in a dynamic environment.
• A people-focused leadership style that motivates teams, builds capability and fosters a culture of continuous improvement

As part of our team, you will enjoy

• A competitive salary, and 12% employer contributed superannuation and salary sacrifice options.
• Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks’ annual leave, 3 public service holidays yearly and long service leave every 7 years.
• Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work location for enhanced work life balance.
• Not just a job, but an opportunity to develop your career across other areas of transport.
• Work for an innovative Government agency with limitless long-term career prospects.
• Salary packaging options to lease a new car.
• Discounted gym memberships and health facilities.

DTMI may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required to supplement the field of applicants.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

The Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) is committed to building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.