Leader, Technology Infrastructure
Location: Tamworth, NSW
THE OPPORTUNITY
- Leader and administer day-to-day operations of Councils Information Technology Infrastructure
- Oversee daily IT operations across cloud, on-premised infrastructure, networking and cybersecurity
- Provide senior-level escalation across infrastructure and platform services
- Drive innovation across cloud, cyber security, networking and enterprise platforms
COULD THIS BE YOU?
To be successful in this role you will have strong leadership capability, exceptional technical expertise and the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment where collaboration, customer service and continuous improvement are highly valued.
The Leader, Technology Infrastructure is responsible for:
- Leading the day-to-day operations of Council’s Level 3 IT Infrastructure team
- Overseeing enterprise infrastructure across Azure cloud, on-premise systems, networking and cybersecurity platforms
- Providing senior-level escalation support for infrastructure and platform services
- Managing technology projects, vendors, contracts and service delivery outcomes
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives and ITIL-aligned service management practices
- Supporting critical business systems including servers, storage, communications, cloud and cyber platforms
- Developing and mentoring staff to achieve high performance and service excellence
- Managing backup, disaster recovery and technology asset lifecycle processes
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED
- Degree qualifications in Information Technology or equivalent relevant experience
- NSW Driver Licence
- Demonstrated experience leading and developing technical teams in a complex ICT environment
- Extensive knowledge of Microsoft technologies including Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows Server and Exchange
- Experience supporting both cloud and on-premise infrastructure environments
- Strong understanding of networking, cybersecurity, disaster recovery and infrastructure architecture
- Proven stakeholder engagement, project management and customer service skills
INTERESTED? WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!
For a confidetial discussion, please contact Jarrad Cotterell, Senior Leader - Technology Operations on 0439 456 768.
Salary range: Grade 18 - $105,077.21 - $113,72.33 per annum plus 12% superannuation for a 35 hour work week. Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.
Flexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.
Apply Now! Applications Close: 11.59pm Friday, 29 May 2026.
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WHY IS IT ‘WORTH’ WORKING AT TAMWORTH REGIONAL COUNCIL?
For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play! It's Worth It - Lifestyle
For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city. It's Worth It - Community
For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit. It's Worth It - Career
For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing. It's Worth It - Belonging
A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!
Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community.
The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, ‘Blueprint 100’, drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.
Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.
ABOUT OUR REGION
The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours’ drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours’ drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.
Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you’d expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.
As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.
Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.
Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children. To learn more about our Commitment to Child Safety Statement and screening processes, click the link below.
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