Cessnock City Council

Chief Information Officer

Are you ready to embark on a strategic leadership opportunity in a rapidly evolving organisation? 

We are seeking a visionary Chief Information Officer to lead the development, implementation, and management of Council’s Information Technology Strategy. This is an essential and highly influential position where your expertise will play a key role in driving innovation, optimising technology investments, and ensuring operational excellence across the organisation.

As the CIO you will lead the strategic direction and delivery of Council's IT systems and infrastructure, and be at the forefront of implementing secure, efficient and cost-effective technology solutions, ensuring they effectively support operational needs and enhance service delivery. 

This leadership position reports directly to the General Manager and acts as a strategic partner to the Executive Leadership Team providing expert advice and guidance. You will drive high performance within the following business units.

• IT Support
• Cybersecurity
• Geographic Information Systems
• Business Improvement

To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

Remuneration

An attractive remuneration package is on offer which will be negotiated with the successful candidate

The Benefits

The Chief Information Officer position is a permanent, full-time role with a 35-hour work week. Council will provide you with the ability to work in a way that suits you best. A leaseback vehicle with full private use is available, along with a 12% superannuation contribution that will increase by 1% each year over the next 3 years to a maximum of 15%. You’ll also enjoy generous leave entitlements, including Long Service Leave after 5 years of service.

Other benefits we think you might like:

• Work mobile and iPad supplied
• On-site parking
• Regular Health and Wellbeing programs
• Free annual flu vaccinations
• Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Council's Study Assistance program
• Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members 
• Paid Parental Leave
• Salary packaging option of novated leasing available for permanent staff
• Located in the picturesque Hunter Valley.

About You

To be considered for this opportunity you will need a Degree in Information Technology (or a related field) and significant senior-level experience in managing IT functions. You will be a critical thinker, with the ability to analyse complex IT issues and develop strategic solutions. We are looking for an inspiring leader, with demonstrated skills in building, developing, and motivating high performing teams focusing on delivering quality outcomes and enhancing customer satisfaction.

What's Next?

Take the next step in your journey by completing the application form below and uploading your resume.

Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.

Pre-Employment Screening

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce. 

We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications Close: Thursday 10 April 2025 at 11.30pm

Who to Contact: Ken Liddell, General Manager on (02) 4993 4212

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.