Why work with us?
At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team !
With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Connected. Liveable. Thriving , our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.
About the Branch
The Digital Information Services Branch plays a critical role in delivering agile, innovative and transformative information and technology solutions across Sunshine Coast Council. As part of the Business Transformation & Performance Department, the branch enables Council to provide sustainable, customer-focused services while supporting operational excellence, digital innovation and improved outcomes for the community.
This position is based at Sunshine Coast City Hall , in the heart of Maroochydore CBD. This state of the art and sustainable building is designed to achieve an innovative and collaborative workspace.
About the Role
As the M365 Information Compliance Specialist, you will lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of information governance and compliance practices across Microsoft's M365 environment. This is an exciting opportunity to influence how Council manages, protects and optimises its information assets, ensuring compliance with legislation, industry standards and best-practice information management principles. Working closely with stakeholders across the organisation, you will help drive digital maturity and strengthen information integrity across platforms including SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive and Exchange.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement and maintain information governance policies, procedures and classification frameworks across Microsoft 365 platforms.
- Monitor compliance and information integrity through audit reporting, eDiscovery capabilities and governance controls within M365.
- Manage information lifecycle processes including classification, retention and disposal in accordance with Queensland State Archives requirements.
- Deliver training, guidance and expert advice to stakeholders while building strong relationships across the organisation to support compliant information management practices
About You
- You are an experienced information management professional with a strong understanding of Microsoft 365 Purview, SharePoint Information Architecture and information governance frameworks. You enjoy turning complex compliance requirements into practical, sustainable solutions.
- You are a natural collaborator who can confidently engage with stakeholders at all levels, providing trusted advice and building strong partnerships to achieve positive business outcomes.
- Your analytical mindset allows you to identify risks, interpret data and develop effective solutions that strengthen compliance, information integrity and organisational performance.
- You bring a strong understanding of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements, including information privacy, public records and right-to-information obligations, and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of governance and professionalism.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse , healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:
- Wellbeing : Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities.
- Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
- Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices.
How to apply
Your written application should include:
- A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile . Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
- A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2025-2030 .
For specific enquiries contact Peter MacDonald during business hours on 07 5479 9000.
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
