Nambucca Valley Council - the heart of the NSW Mid North Coast

Salary: $118,570 to $137,259 + super

Council may consider offering remuneration above the advertised range for a candidate who demonstrates outstanding capability and experience.

• Full time Position - 35 Hours per week
• 12% Superannuation
• Remote Area Housing Available

Nambucca Valley Council is seeking an experienced, strategic and hands-on Manager Information & Communication Technology to lead and modernise Council's ICT and network environment, strengthen cyber security and governance frameworks, and ensure the ongoing reliability, security and performance of all corporate and operational technology systems across the organisation.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this senior leadership role has end-to-end responsibility for Council's ICT environment, including systems security, governance, business continuity and digital innovation. You will lead a small, high-performing team and work closely with the Executive Leadership Team to deliver resilient, secure and future-focused technology services.

What You Will Do

• Lead Council's ICT operations, systems, networks and service delivery
• Ensure all software systems are appropriately licensed, secure and compliant
• Oversee the maintenance of servers, hardware and network infrastructure
• Develop and deliver Council's ICT Strategic Plan, Operational Plan, Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity frameworks
• Strengthen Council's cyber security and ICT general control environment, including Microsoft tenancy and Privileged Identity Management
• Implement and coordinate Council's Artificial Intelligence (AI) Framework and rollout
• Ensure all network infrastructure, switches, patch panels and cabling are accurately labelled and maintained in current network maps and documentation
• Provide high-level advice to the Executive on cyber security, digital and AI risk
• Represent Council on ICT matters, including industry and strategic forums
• Manage ICT budgets, vendors, contractors and external ICT audits
• Liaise closely with user departments to ensure systems meet operational requirements
• Lead and mentor the ICT team, driving performance, accountability and service excellence
• Coordinate ICT training and capability uplift across the organisation
• Prepare reports and briefings to Council and Executive Leadership

What You Will Bring

• Relevant ICT qualifications or extensive equivalent experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience in an ICT management role
• Strong knowledge of networks, cloud platforms and cyber security frameworks
• Experience working within audit, compliance, controls and risk environments
• Proven ability to translate technical concepts into practical business outcomes
• Highly developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Desirable: Experience in local government and exposure to AI, automation or digital transformation programs.

Why Join Nambucca Valley Council?

• Lead major organisation-wide ICT improvements with direct executive influence and strategic impact
• A leadership role with direct executive access and influence
• Opportunity to deliver meaningful, organisation-wide innovation
• A values-driven organisation in one of NSW's most beautiful coastal regions

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter addressing the essential criteria via https://nambucca.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies

Applications close: 18 January 2026