- Turn technology strategy into operational excellence​
- ​​Lead digital, data and cyber initiatives that enable Council outcomes​
- ​​Live and work in Tropical North Queensland​
Cairns Regional Council is a vibrant local government authority proudly serving a diverse and fast-growing community of more than 170,000 residents across Far North Queensland. Globally renowned for its proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, World Heritage-listed rainforest and rich First Nations cultures, the region offers an enviable lifestyle and a unique natural environment. With a strong commitment to sustainability, innovation and community engagement, Council is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for residents while preserving the natural beauty and cultural significance of the region. Guided by its vision of "Shaping the Future", Cairns Regional Council continues to invest in the infrastructure, services and technology that support a thriving, connected and liveable community.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Executive Manager Information & Technology Services is responsible for leading Council's Information & Technology Services Branch and providing strategic, operational and people leadership across a broad technology portfolio. Leading a team of approximately 50 professionals, you will oversee enterprise systems, infrastructure and operations, enterprise architecture, cyber security, project delivery and business partnering functions. Building on the strong strategic foundations established in recent years, you will focus on translating strategy into action, driving operational excellence, strengthening service delivery, embedding governance frameworks and ensuring technology services continue to support Council's long-term objectives. You will play a key role in advancing Council's data governance, cyber resilience and artificial intelligence initiatives while fostering a customer-focused culture and building organisational capability across the branch.
To be successful in this role, you will be an accomplished technology leader with experience managing large, complex ICT environments within multi-functional organisations. You will bring a strong track record of balancing strategic priorities with operational delivery, alongside demonstrated success leading large teams through change, developing emerging leaders and driving service improvement outcomes. Your ability to build trusted relationships across a broad stakeholder group, prioritise competing demands and create clarity in complex environments will be highly valued.
Experience in enterprise technology environments, cyber security, digital transformation and operational technology leadership will be important, however your leadership style, commercial judgement and ability to coach and mentor others will ultimately distinguish you. Applications are welcomed from leaders across large, complex service-based organisations who are motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a community-focused environment.
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Applications close on Friday 26 June 2026.
