Manager Systems Delivery

Are you an experienced technology leader, ready to drive digital transformation and pragmatic innovation within local government?

At City of Clarence, in Tasmania - we have an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinking Manager Systems Delivery to lead and shape our digital capability. This is a significant role where you'll drive the evolution of our systems and platforms, lead high-impact digital initiatives, and empower a strong team to deliver innovation that benefits both our organisation and our community.

Why you'll love working with Clarence City Council:

The Clarence City region is one of the fastest growing areas in Southern Tasmania, with Greater Hobart the largest city of Tasmania. The Clarence lifestyle offers the best of both worlds, regional and metropolitan, it boasts hundreds of kilometres of natural coastline and pristine bushland, as well as a thriving business and sports sector across a diverse range of industries.

At Clarence, we're not just delivering services - we're building a better future for our city. This role offers the chance to contribute to our evolution - to lead our digital transformation, champion the development, integration and optimisation of business systems across the organisation, and ensure our technology solutions meet the evolving needs of both council operations and the Clarence community.

Here are just a few of the reasons you would enjoy working here:

• Permanent F/T role.
• Relocation allowance (Interstate).
• Monthly rostered day off (RDO).
• A flexible work environment.
• 12.5% superannuation.
• Training and development opportunities to support your growth.
• 12 days personal leave per year.
• 20 days annual leave per year + opportunity to purchase additional leave.
• Salary continuance insurance.

In this role you will:

• Lead the Systems Delivery team and drive strategic and operational outcomes across digital platforms.
• Develop and implement a Systems Delivery Strategy aligned with Council's Digital Strategy and Strategic Plan.
• Manage major digital and systems projects that enhance service delivery, efficiency and community outcomes.
• Provide expert advice on systems integration, innovation and optimisation.
• Build strong relationships with vendors, stakeholders, and teams across Council.
  Coach, develop and empower a skilled, future-focused team.

About you:

You're a visionary systems leader who thrives in dynamic environments. You bring both the technical expertise and the strategic mindset to deliver complex projects and lasting digital change. You'll shine in this role with:

• A proven track record in delivering high-impact business systems and process improvements.
• Strong experience leading teams and fostering a collaborative, performance-driven culture.
• Formal qualifications in ICT software project management and/or ITIL V4 (or similar) are highly regarded.
• Knowledge of common local government ERP, GIS and integration platforms - OneCouncil, Azure and M365 experience will be a strong advantage.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience working within local government / Or a similar large and complex environment would be required.

This is your chance to lead digital transformation for City of Clarence, where we are on an exciting journey - evolving and planning for the future.

For a position description or to apply, visit the McArthur website at www.mcarthur.com.au and reference job number J7562 in the Job Search Bar.

For a confidential conversation, please contact Danielle Jupp on (03) 9828 6565 or 0403 398 242.

Applications close on: Wednesday, 16th July 2025.