INTERNAL ONLY - MASTER DATA TEAM LEADER

Apply Job no: 684357 Category: Information and Communications Technology, Solutions Development lead enterprise master data governance and drive organisation-wide data quality outcomes influence strategic information management practices across Australia's largest local government manage and mentor a specialist team delivering meaningful business improvement and data integrity outcomes Personnel Area: Organisational Services Branch: Information Services Salary Range: Band 8 $145,205 - $162,791 + Superannuation (Remuneration stated is for full-time positions) Work type: Temporary Full-time Duration: Up to 2 years Location: Brisbane Square (hybrid work arrangements) Our Business Brisbane City Council is Australia's largest local government, with more than 9,000 employees, an annual budget of almost $4 billion and assets in excess of $34 billion. As an organisation we are dedicated to ensuring the Brisbane of tomorrow becomes even better than the Brisbane of today. We nurture innovation, value sustainability, and support strong economic growth. Our Branch Information Services supports and enables all of Council's day-to-day activities and services through efficient, flexible, and innovative ICT solutions. We lead the ICT strategy that supports the business objectives of Council as a whole, as well as information management and ICT service delivery in Council. The Role This is an exciting opportunity to lead Council's Master Data function and play a key role in strengthening enterprise information management across the organisation. As the Master Data Team Leader, you will lead a team of data management specialists and data stewards responsible for maintaining the integrity, governance and quality of enterprise master data. Working closely with Information Owners, Custodians and business stakeholders, you will help ensure Council's data remains accurate, reliable and fit for purpose, enabling informed decision making and trusted business insights. You will drive enterprise data governance practices, oversee business rules and data quality initiatives, lead continuous improvement opportunities and manage the organisational ERP change process. Success in this role will require strong stakeholder engagement, strategic thinking and the ability to influence outcomes across a complex organisational environment. To be successful you will have: demonstrated experience leading master data, data governance or enterprise information management functions proven ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders across a complex organisation experience implementing data quality controls, business rules and continuous improvement initiatives highly developed analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills demonstrated leadership capability with experience developing high-performing teams and fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability. Benefits of working for Council include: flexible working hours and arrangements free gym and wellness centre award winning superannuation fund generous leave provisions competitive salary. Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE How to apply: Click on the 'I'm interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position. This role may require a Criminal History Check, or you may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment to assess your ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the role. For more information: Please call Jade Lee on 07 3178 4278. People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council's Diversity and Inclusion team. Application Closing Date: Wednesday 12th August 2026 at 11:55pm AEST. Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with 'Gold Employer' status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion. Council and its employees must follow the Public Sector Ethics Act 1994 (Qld) and the Code of Conduct. This means employees are expected to act with honesty, fairness, and always prioritise the public interest over personal or private gain. The Code of Conduct requires employees to openly disclose any other work they do outside of Council - including paid or unpaid employment, operating their own business or volunteering in certain circumstances - and to manage any conflicts of interest or other risks (such as fatigue) in a way that puts the public interest first. Maintaining employment outside Council does not preclude you from being considered for roles within Council. #LI-DNI Related documents Position Description Master Data Team Leader - Band 8 Published on 03 Aug 2026, 7:03 PM