Smart City and Innovation Manager

Parramatta - Australia

Monthly Salary: $ 173215 - 192032

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council their partners and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the Citys future and ensure it is culturally socially environmentally and economically sustainable.

About the Role

As our Smart City and Innovation Manager youll be at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge technology into the Citys infrastructure precincts and public spaces. Youll harness data to drive evidence-based decision-making and deliver imaginative digitally inspired experiences for our community. Your role will focus on using data and technology to streamline business processes improve operational efficiency and create innovative solutions that benefit both the City and our community.

In this role you will:

Lead and empower a high-performing team of professionals with a shared vision for innovation.
Drive the implementation of actions within Councils Smart City and Innovation Strategy 2024-2033and other associated plans and policies.
Embed smart technologies and data-driven approaches across infrastructure and service delivery.
Forge strategic partnerships with industry government and research sectors.

About You

We welcome applicants from diverse professional backgrounds. To thrive in this role youll bring strategic leadership innovation expertise and a proven ability to deliver complex initiatives in dynamic environments. Youre a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach confident navigating complexity and fostering collaboration across teams and sectors.

Applicants will bring:

A passion for smart city digital built environments and/or digital literacy.
Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering high-impact strategic outcomes.
A strong track record in designing and implementing integrated strategies using contemporary methodologies.
Proven ability to build and sustain trusted relationships across stakeholders including Council community government and industry partners.

Qualifications

Degree qualifications relevant to strategy policy or smart infrastructure.

Whats on offer
We are offering an attractive remuneration from $173215.21 to $192032 plus 12% superannuation.

In addition City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:

A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements
14 weeks paid parental leave
Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door discounted parking)
Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time 3 additional leave days at Christmas 15 days sick/personal leave 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
Learning and development opportunities
Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport flu shots etc.)

Want to know more

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description.

Review our Values Flyer which outlines Councils core values and behaviours.

Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Ashlee Gardner on email

How to apply

Candidates MUST apply online.

Please attach a Cover Letter addressing the role specific responsibilities qualifications and experience as per the Position Description.

Applications close 9pm Wednesday 15 October 2025and will not be accepted through any other medium.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.

Inclusion Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills experiences and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages people with disability Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples women ADF veterans LGBTIQA and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Required Experience:

Manager

DescriptionThe City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council their partners and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the Ci...