Senior Information Management Officer

South Gippsland Shire; Leongatha; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Rostered Days Off

Training & professional development

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Health & wellbeing programs

Job summary

South Gippsland Shire Council is seeking a Senior Information Management Officer to operate the EDRMS, support information management tasks, and manage inactive records. The role sits in the Corporate Information Management team and requires strong problem-solving and communication skills within a continuous-improvement culture.

The role is a full-time fixed-term 13-month contract (Nov 2026–Jan 2028) with a 9-day fortnight RDO and Band 5 classification.

Qualifications

• Certificate level qualification in Information Management or related discipline; relevant experience acceptable.
• Experience in senior information/records management roles and knowledge of records legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day functional support and operation of the Corporate Information Management Helpdesk and EDRMS system administration advice.
• Train users in IM procedures and EDRMS operation.
• Lead project work related to inactive records and information management initiatives.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement within the organisation.

Skills

Helpdesk support

EDRMS

Information management

Project management

Customer service

Education

Certificate level in Information Management

Tools

EDRMS

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Full Time Fixed Term - 13 month contract November 2026 - January 2028
• 9 day fortnight RDO available
• Band 5

Our Corporate Information Management team is currently seeking a Senior Information Management Officer to assist with operating the Electronic Document & Records Management system (EDRMS), information management operations and management of inactive records.

ABOUT YOU

The key responsibilities include:

• Providing day to day functional support and operation of the Corporate Information Management Helpdesk and system administration advice to users of the EDRMS, including problem solving
• Training current and new users in IM procedures and in the operation of the EDRMS
• Project work in relation to inactive records and information management initiatives
• Demonstrated commitment to support and embrace a continuous improvement environment and culture within the organisation

You will hold a Certificate level qualification in Information Management or related discipline and/or demonstrated experience in a Senior Information/Records Management role. You will have experience and understanding of current information management practices and relevant legislation requirements for records and electronic document management, high level communication and problem solving, well developed project management skills, with excellent customer service skills.

ABOUT US

South Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values based leadership. We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community. Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep. Our values – Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence – are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US!

• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Rostered Days Off offered for full time roles
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• South Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environment
• Enjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social Club
• Diverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positions
• Mentoring, coaching and secondments
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Annual Enterprise Agreement salary increments
• Family Violence Support and Leave Provisions

CLOSING DATE

Applications close 11.59 PM Thursday 5 November 2026.

CONTACT

Enquiries to: Cathy Lazarus, Acting Coordinator Information Compliance and Business Services - 0459 892 390

All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks (drug and alcohol tests) and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate's employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however, will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job. South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively you can contact a member of the People & Culture team on 03 5662 9233 and specify the position you are applying for and specify your requirements. All councillors, employees, students, agency staff, contractors and volunteers are required to act in accordance with equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, harassment, vilification and child safety legislation. South Gippsland Shire Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We all have a responsibility to ensure our workplaces are respectful, safe and inclusive and free of all forms of unlawful and unacceptable behaviours. By applying for this role you agree to the above.