Job Description

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced technology leader to join Knox City Council as our Head of Data & Enterprise Solutions.

In this strategic leadership role, you will lead Council’s data, analytics and enterprise architecture functions, shaping how technology and information support organisational priorities, decision making and community outcomes. You will provide strategic advice on data, technology and architecture, drive innovation and digital transformation, and lead a high-performing team.

Working closely with the Chief Information Officer, Executive Leadership Team and business stakeholders, you will be a trusted advisor who translates organisational priorities into practical, data-driven and technology-enabled solutions.

This is a full-time permanent role based at Knox Civic Centre, Wantirna South. We support flexible working arrangements while ensuring operational needs of the role are met.

This is a SEO classified role. Remuneration will be $x to $x (depending on experience) (pro-rata for part time) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee.

Key responsibilities

• Lead Council’s data, analytics, information management and enterprise architecture functions.
• Develop and implement Council’s data strategy, governance frameworks and analytics capability.
• Provide strategic oversight of enterprise architecture, solution design, technology roadmaps and modernisation.
• Drive innovation, automation, AI and digital transformation opportunities that improve organisational outcomes.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team while building strong partnerships across Council and with external providers.

What you will bring to this role

The key selection criteria for this role are:

• Significant experience leading data, analytics, business intelligence and/or enterprise architecture capabilities in a complex organisation.
• Demonstrated experience developing technology strategies, architecture frameworks and data governance practices.
• Strong strategic, commercial and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technology and data concepts into practical outcomes.
• Highly developed leadership, communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Information Management, Business Information Systems or a related discipline, or equivalent extensive experience.

How to apply

Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter online via the ‘Apply’ button by 12:00pm on Friday 9 October 2026.

All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered.

For further information on this role please contact Dan Ten, Chief Information Officer, at dan.ten@knox.vic.gov.au.

A link to the position description can be found in the job listing on our Knox City Council Jobs and Careers page.  

Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date.

Why work at Knox

Discover your future at Knox City Council, where you will deliver meaningful impact, find great opportunities and work with committed people to shape our community. As an employee of Knox, you can enjoy:

• Accrued or rostered days off available for full-time roles, depending on operational requirements
• Broad range of leave options including 18 weeks' primary and 5 weeks' secondary parental leave
• Salary sacrifice option for Council-owned childcare fees
• Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different teams to build skills and support career growth
• Support towards further study
• 50% off Knox Leisureworks memberships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support in managing personal and work-related challenges.

To find out more about the benefits of working at Knox City Council, visit knox.vic.gov.au/why-work-knox

Inherent requirements

To view the inherent requirements for this position please see attachment below. 

• Office Based role(s) - Inherent Requirements Table .DOCX

Our commitments

Knox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse.

Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.

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