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• Lead the way in shaping digital strategy and innovation, driving real impact across NSW by connecting people, technology, and business outcomes.
• Ongoing full-time role
• Location negotiable across NSW with flexible working supported
• TRP from $225,628 - $250,574 including superannuation, commensurate with experience

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) is seeking a visionary executive to lead our Technology and Governance function. This is your opportunity to shape the digital and technology direction of the Department, driving innovation and collaboration to deliver real business outcomes and better services for the people of NSW.

About the Role

As the Director Technology and Governance, this role is all about leading the Department’s digital strategy and governance, making sure it lines up with the bigger picture for DPHI. You’ll work closely with business leaders to co-design digital programs, drive innovation, and implement governance controls and practices.  You’ll need to juggle competing demands, balance new and existing technologies, and keep up with industry best practice.

Operating in a complex and fast-paced environment, you will balance the needs of diverse stakeholders, promote a customer service approach, and resolve complex challenges through innovative solutions. Your leadership will be instrumental in developing a mature digital function including automation and artificial intelligence (AI).

For more information read the full Role Description: Director Technology and Governance

About You

If you’re someone who thrives on leading digital transformation, enjoys working with diverse teams, and can balance strategic vision with hands-on delivery, this role is for you. You’ll bring experience in shaping and implementing digital strategies, a collaborative approach to working with stakeholders, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.

Your expertise in technology, change management, and people leadership will help you drive innovation and deliver customer-focused solutions that make a real difference. Those interested in contributing to the development of digital services across NSW, through partnership-building, monitoring industry trends, and aligning technology with business objectives, are encouraged to make contact.  This is your chance to make a lasting impact at scale.

Essential requirements

• Degree qualification in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent relevant experience.

About Us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. 

Applications close on Tuesday 21 October 2025 at 11:55PM

Should you require further information about the role please contact Matthew Dwyer, Talent Acquisition Partner via email at matthew.dwyer@dpie.nsw.gov.au

Interviews will be held over MS Teams from 6th – 14th November 2025

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out our Aboriginal guide to applying for a role.