Information Management Officer
Level 6 - $122,693.21 per annum + Housing Allowance & Utilities Support
Residential Role - Site Based | Permanent, Full-Time

The Role

The Town of Port Hedland is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented information governance professional to join our team, reporting directly to the Senior Records & Information Officer.

In this pivotal role, you'll lead the coordination of the Town's response to the Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing Act 2024. This role supports privacy and information sharing functions and drive the implementation of robust governance frameworks. You'll manage key artefacts such as Privacy Impact Assessments and data flow maps, maintain the Information Asset Register, and embed classification policies across core systems. Your work will also include developing privacy-by-design practices, standardising data sharing agreements, and delivering training to improve organisational capability.

We're looking for someone with:

• Demonstrated experience in privacy, data protection, or information governance within the public sector (experience in local, state or federal government is desirable)
• Strong working knowledge of the WA PRIS Act 2024, State Records Act 2000, and relevant standards
• Proven ability to manage Information Asset Registers and conduct PIAs/DPIAs
• Excellent facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills, with a knack for translating policy into practical processes
• A relevant qualification in information management, law, or governance-or equivalent experience

For further information, please view the attached position description.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• Relevant Degree qualification (e.g., information management, law, records/information governance) or equivalent experience
• Working knowledge of WA PRIS Act 2024, State Records Act 2000, FOI Act 1992 and relevant standards (e.g., ISO 27001/27701, ISO 15489)
• Current 'C' Class Drivers Licence
• Rights to work in Australia

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• Housing Allowance & Utilities Support: Up to $400 per week Housing Allowance and $1,500 per annum utilities support
• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading plus an additional 2 public holidays a year
• Relocation Assistance: Receive up to $10,000 in relocation assistance
• Superannuation: 12% Superannuation, with a co-contribution scheme of up to 14%
• Wellness program: Enjoy perks like free gym membership and access to pool facilities
• Training & Development: We're committed to your career growth!
• Paid parental leave
• Salary packaging: Save on costs with our flexible salary packaging options
• Plus much more!

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721
Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. Applicants who do not attach a cover letter may not be considered in the first round of shortlisting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six-month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

For further information about this position please contact our recruitment team via .au
The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close 11.30pm Monday 27th October 2025

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.