Manager Digital Services

Hobsons Bay City Council; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Victoria is seeking a full-time SEO Manager to lead its Digital Services department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ICT strategy and experience in digital transformation. This role includes duties such as managing technology projects and providing expert advice. The position offers hybrid working options and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Hybrid working flexibility

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing programs

Discounted gym membership

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Degree or postgraduate qualifications in IT, Computer Science, Business Management, or related field.
• Extensive experience in ICT strategy, digital transformation, and records management.
• Strong knowledge of IT systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and data protection.
• Proven leadership in digital environments and technology project delivery.
• Experience managing staff and contractors, ideally in local government or public sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Digital Services team to deliver high-performing ICT services.
• Oversee the development and implementation of Council’s Digital Strategy.
• Provide expert advice to the Executive Leadership Team on digital and information systems.
• Ensure the delivery of secure, resilient, and cost-effective ICT infrastructure.
• Manage major technology projects and drive effective change management.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Act as Council’s Chief Information Officer.

Skills

ICT strategy

Digital transformation

Project delivery

Leadership

Cybersecurity

Education

Degree in IT, Computer Science, Business Management

Tools

Cloud computing

Data protection

Job description

Hobsons Bay Civic Centre - 115 Civic Parade Altona

• Full time, SEO Manager Contract – Tenure: 5years
• Salary will be negotiated based onexperience
• Lead the strategic direction, development &delivery of Council’s digital landscape
• Altona location, close to publictransport

At Hobsons Bay City Council, we’re committed to creating aworkplace that reflects our community and values. You’ll bepart of a forward-thinking organisation that supports innovation,collaboration, and professional growth, and which aspires to be theexemplar of Local Government.

The opportunity

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for digitaltransformation? Hobsons Bay City Council is seeking a dynamicManager Digital Services to lead our Digital Services departmentand drive the development and delivery of resilient, secure, andcustomer-focused technology platforms.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and manage the Digital Services team to deliverhigh-performing ICT services.
• Oversee the development and implementation ofCouncil’s Digital Strategy.
• Provide expert advice to the Executive Leadership Team ondigital and information systems.
• Ensure the delivery of secure, resilient, andcost-effective ICT infrastructure.
• Manage major technology projects and drive effective changemanagement.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, andcontinuous improvement.
• Act as Council’s Chief Information Officer.

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree or postgraduate qualifications in IT, ComputerScience, Business Management, or related field.
• Extensive experience in ICT strategy, digitaltransformation, and records management.
• Strong knowledge of IT systems, infrastructure,cybersecurity, cloud computing, and data protection.
• Proven leadership in digital environments and technologyproject delivery.
• Experience managing staff and contractors, ideally in localgovernment or public sector.

To be considered for this role applications shouldinclude

• A maximum 2-page cover letter which should outline yourinterest in the role
• A current CV which includes key achievements & relevantqualifications

Uncover more about this role in the PositionDescription attached below, or contact DavidGibilisco, Interim Talent Acquisition Lead [e-mail] or by calling03 9932 1093.

Applications will be accepted until 11:30pm on 19thOctober 2025.

To ensure fairness and consistency for all applicants, we areunable to accept late submissions or submissions made via email. Weappreciate your understanding and encourage timely applications viaCouncil's online portal.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Progressed candidates will be required to complete a NationalPolice Check.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident orhold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted workingrights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitmentprocess.

What we can offer

• Hybrid working flexibility, whether you're home, or in ournewly renovated & spacious office facilities.
• Our central location in the Civic Centre is close to publictransport, cafes and parks. Enjoy your lunch at the pier, or anafternoon walk along the lake.
• Go to the gym or ride your bike before work? Our End ofTrip Facility offers bike storage and shower facilities to getyou refreshed and ready to go!
• Exclusive staff access to our Employee Assistance Program,wellbeing programs, discounted local gym membership,Reflexology sessions, Meditation, Yoga & Circuit classes,and walking & social clubs.
• Ongoing professional development support - we'll championyour growth, because your career matters to us!

We are a proud inclusive employer. We encouragepeople from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities.Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe and inclusiveenvironments where everyone can grow and succeed.