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Service Operations Manager - ICT

🗓️ Posted 2026-09-25 Booragoon, Perth WA Full-time Hybrid ICT

Company shared salary

A$11,667–A$12,917/mo (A$140,000–A$155,000/yr)

Market rate

A$9,500–A$12,500/mo (A$114,000–A$150,000/yr)

Based on similar roles (title + domain + location).

About the Company

The City of Melville is seeking an experienced and customer-focused Service Operations Manager to lead the reliable delivery, governance and continual improvement of our technology services and operational infrastructure. Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, you will provide leadership across the Service Desk, end-user computing, infrastructure operations functions and operational efficiency. You will ensure the organisation receives responsive, secure and high-quality technology support that meets business, compliance and service-level requirements. Location: City of Melville Civic Centre Salary: Negotiated - 140,000 to 155,000 pro-rata p.a. + 12% Super Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Responsibilities

  • ● Lead the day-to-day delivery and operational reliability of technology services.
  • ● Manage incident, problem, request and change management processes.
  • ● Monitor service-level performance, operational measures and key performance indicators.
  • ● Coordinate major incident responses, communications, reviews and corrective actions.
  • ● Provide leadership across end-user computing, servers, networks, asset lifecycles, licensing and operational resources.
  • ● Lead and develop service operations and technical support teams.
  • ● Manage technology suppliers, contracts, service levels and escalation pathways.
  • ● Embed IT service management processes aligned with ITIL and recognised best-practice frameworks.
  • ● Support cyber security, risk management, business continuity and disaster recovery practices.
  • ● Develop service reporting, dashboards and operational insights for senior leaders and stakeholders.
  • ● Drive continuous improvement in automation, knowledge management, user experience and operational resilience.
  • ● Support the transition of new and changed technology services into operations.

Requirements

  • ● A tertiary qualification in information technology, business, management or a related discipline.
  • ● ITIL certification.
  • ● Demonstrated experience in IT service operations, service delivery management or a comparable operational leadership role.
  • ● Experience leading and developing service operations or technical support teams.
  • ● Sound knowledge of incident, problem, change, request, asset and knowledge management.
  • ● Experience using IT service management tools, reporting systems, knowledge bases and operational dashboards.
  • ● Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including the ability to explain technical matters clearly to non-technical audiences.
  • ● Strong vendor, contract and supplier management capability.
  • ● Well-developed planning, prioritisation and decision-making skills.
  • ● A demonstrated commitment to customer service, governance, security and continuous improvement.
  • ● The ability to participate in after-hours escalation or major incident response arrangements when required.
  • ● Apply online via the Apply button and provide a comprehensive resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) demonstrating fulfilment of essential requirements outlined in the Position Description attached.
  • ● For further information about this position, please contact: Recruitment Team at 08 9364 0799
  • ● If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, we strongly advise you apply as soon as possible as the City reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date.
  • ● We are a welcoming and diverse community that enjoys a blend of retail and business precincts and an abundance of open spaces in a unique, natural landscape, along the shores of the beautiful Swan and Canning Rivers.
  • ● We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer 2024-2025 - a prestigious award that benchmarks workplace inclusion across various diversity areas. This recognition is the only one of its kind in Australia and highlights our commitment to fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, and inclusion thrives. In everything we do, we focus on our EPIC values of Excellence, Participation, Integrity and Caring and we aim to achieve an inclusive, vibrant, and sustainable future.
  • ● Enjoy flexible working arrangements that help balance work and life
  • ● Stay active with a free LeisureFit membership
  • ● Celebrate your special day with Birthday Leave - no work on your big day
  • ● Access paid parental leave to support your family
  • ● Take more time to recharge with 2 extra days of leave plus the option to purchase additional leave (up to 10 weeks off per year)
  • ● Benefit from a generous superannuation co-contribution of up to 15.5%
  • ● Maximise your pay with salary packaging and novated leasing options
  • ● Grow your career with structured professional development and study assistance programs
  • ● Look after your wellbeing with wellness initiatives and Employee Assistance Programs
  • ● Connect outside of work with a vibrant social club