Toowoomba Regional Council is building a specialist team dedicated to strengthening the security, reliability and resilience of the operational technology (OT) systems that support our water and wastewater services.
We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead the delivery of major OT network and cybersecurity uplift projects that will help safeguard essential services relied upon by communities across the region.
This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of project management, critical infrastructure, cybersecurity and technology, delivering projects that have a direct impact on public services and community safety.
What You'll Be Doing
As the IT Project Manager - Water, you'll coordinate and oversee a portfolio of OT network and cybersecurity projects from planning through to successful delivery.
You'll:
- Lead the delivery of complex technology, infrastructure or cybersecurity projects.
- Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, procurement activities and reporting.
- Coordinate technical specialists, contractors and external vendors.
- Drive stakeholder engagement, governance and change management activities.
- Manage procurement processes, contract administration and supplier performance.
- Provide clear reporting to project sponsors and senior leaders.
- Ensure projects deliver agreed outcomes, benefits and operational readiness.
While you'll work closely with technical specialists, this is primarily a project leadership role rather than a hands-on technical position.
About You
We're looking for a confident project professional who can bring people together, manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in complex environments.
You may come from backgrounds such as:
- IT or technology project management
- Cybersecurity projects
- Infrastructure or utilities
- Operational technology (OT)
- Engineering or industrial systems
- Government or critical infrastructure programs
To be successful, you'll have:
- Experience delivering significant technology, infrastructure or cybersecurity projects.
- Strong project governance, reporting and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience managing procurement, vendors and contracts.
- Knowledge of project management methodologies such as PMBOK, PRINCE2 or Agile.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to work effectively in evolving and complex environments.
Qualifications in Project Management, Information Technology, Business or a related discipline will be highly regarded.
Why Join Us?
Make an Impact
Help protect critical infrastructure that provides essential water and wastewater services to our region.
Build Your Career
Be part of a newly established specialist team and contribute to a significant cybersecurity transformation program.
Enjoy Great Benefits
- Permanent full-time position based in Toowoomba
- Salary range of $106,377 - $123,941 per annum
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Up to 12.65% superannuation
- Banked leave arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Fitness Passport membership access
- Corporate health insurance discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Active social club
- Progressive health and wellbeing initiatives
How to Apply
To apply, please submit:
- Your current resume.
- A statement (maximum two pages) addressing the Position Success Criteria outlined in the Position Description.
When responding to the criteria, provide specific examples that demonstrate:
- What you did
- How you did it
- The outcome achieved
Applications that do not address the Position Success Criteria may not be shortlisted.
Want to Know More?
For a confidential discussion, please contact Ben John, Principal Engineer, on (07) 4688 6498 during business hours.
Applications close: Sunday 1 November 2026 at 11:59pm
The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.
Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.