Title: Data and AI Governance Lead
Requisition ID: 7117
Location:
Box Hill, VIC, AU, 3128
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Job Posting Date: 7 Sept 2026
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Data and AI Governance Lead
Permanent Full Time | 5 weeks annual leave + monthly accrued day off
Based at Box Hill Hospital | Local shops and cafes
Work within a highly skilled and innovative ICT team
Leverage your Microsoft Purview and Records Management expertise
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Information Governance professional to join our team as the Data and AI Governance Lead. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for safeguarding organisational information and data assets through effective records management, data governance, information classification, and compliance practices.
As the subject matter expert, you will drive the implementation of Microsoft Purview and associated governance corporate record frameworks, while providing expert advice, training, and oversight to support the secure, compliant, and responsible use of information, data, and emerging AI capabilities across the organisation.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
Tertiary qualifications in administration, information management, information, communication and technology or equivalent
Strong understanding and practical application of data and AI governance principles, including risk and compliance, and demonstrated experience developing governance frameworks, standards, policies and guidelines.
Proven experience contributing to the development and execution of strategic data initiatives and supporting implementation of a data roadmap aligned with departmental and organisational objectives.
Proven corporate records management experience in a complex environment
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the digitisation of contemporary and historical records
Knowledge of cyber security principles and controls, threats and solutions to mitigate. Sound knowledge of current developments, trends and legislation in records management and related information systems
Ability to work closely with information managers, hospital administration, medical staff, health care professionals, and other hospital employees.
Demonstrated effective and appropriate written, verbal, presentation and interpersonal communication techniques
Proven ability to work independently and to well-developed skills to prioritise work requirements to meet deadlines
Demonstrated ability in finding opportunities, pragmatic problem solving and decision-making skills.
Eligibility for membership of Records & Information Management Professionals Australasia (RIMPA)
Current Victorian drivers licence.
Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.
Those that are offered and/or start between January and April do not require an up to date vaccination for Influenza to progress providing they are aware of its requirement later in the year. Those that are offered and/or start between May and December require the up to date Influenza vaccination prior to offer.
About Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.
Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.
This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
Mentor and Shadowing program
Access to discovery days across our 50 sites
Study and professional development leave
Friendly & supportive teams
Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Fitness Passport for work-life balance
Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones
Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements
Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme
Access to Private Health Insurance offers
Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training
Cafes at all of our Hospitals
Next Steps
Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.
We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.
If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.
Good to know:
We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
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Contact Person: Gianni Sansonetti
Contact Number: 03 9955 1101
Contact Email: [email protected]
Job Posting End Date: 5 October 2026
Need help submitting your application?
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