Team Leader Information Management

Why work with us?

At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!

With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region -Connected. Liveable. Thriving, our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.

About the Role

Ready to make a lasting impact? As Team Leader Information Management, you'll lead the strategy, governance and evolution of Council's information management service, driving excellence in the way information is captured, managed, protected and used across the organisation.

This is a career-defining opportunity to influence enterprise-wide change, lead a skilled team and help shape the future of information management within a progressive and innovative local government organisation.

• Lead and elevate Council's Information Management function, driving excellence in governance, records and information management.
• Shape and embed best-practice information management frameworks that maximise the value of Council's information assets.
• Serve as Council's key authority for records management and data sharing governance.
• Drive compliance with legislative, regulatory and industry standards, protecting Council's integrity and accountability.
• Influence strategic decision-making through trusted advice and leadership in information governance.
• Lead the strategic evolution of Information Management, aligning people, process and technology.
• Champion organisational change and continuous improvement to strengthen capability, compliance and performance.
• Partner with leaders across Council to advance privacy, right to information and governance outcomes.
• Drive contemporary information management solutions that deliver business value and operational efficiency.
• Lead, develop and empower a high-performing team through coaching, mentoring and industry-leading practice.

About you

We're looking for an inspiring leader and trusted advisor who combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. You'll bring deep expertise in information management and governance, a track record of leading high-performing teams, and the ability to drive meaningful organisational change. Confident influencing senior stakeholders, you'll champion innovation, strengthen compliance, and build a culture where information is recognised as a valuable asset that enables smarter decisions and better outcomes for the community.

• Tertiary qualifications and/or substantial experience in Information Management, IT or a related field.
• Proven success leading Information Management, Records Management or Data Governance functions.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build high-performing teams and organisational capability.
• Expertise in information governance, records management, business analysis and process improvement.
• Sound knowledge of RTI, Information Privacy, Public Records and Local Government legislation.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and drive change.

Our Culture & Employee Benefits

Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:

• Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities. 
• Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
• Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices.

How to apply

Your written application should include:

• A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
• A current resume or curriculum vitae.

Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.

Further Information

Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.

To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2025-2030.

For specific enquiries contact Tony Dunn during business hours on 0419 788 611.

We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team [email protected].

At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.