Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) – Canberra ACT

Reporting to the Director, Enterprise Technology Division (EDT) Business Management, the EL1 Software Library Team Leader leads and develops a high-performing team responsible for the department’s software and cloud asset management capability. The team leader plays a key role in shaping how the department manages and optimises its software and cloud investments. The position leads software asset management practices that enable informed decision-making, strengthen governance and compliance, and ensure the department realises maximum value from its technology portfolio.

The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping how the department manages and maximises value from its technology investments. Working collaboratively with teams across Enterprise Technology Division and the broader department, they will leverage existing capabilities, identify opportunities to rationalise software licensing arrangements, and drive efficient, customer-focused outcomes. Through a solid focus on continual improvement, the role will enhance asset management practices, reporting, governance and processes to support informed decision-making, innovation and value for money across the department.

Reporting to the Director, Enterprise Technology Division (EDT) Business Management, the EL1 Software Library Team Leader leads and develops a high-performing team responsible for the department’s software and cloud asset management capability. The team leader plays a key role in shaping how the department manages and optimises its software and cloud investments. The position leads software asset management practices that enable informed decision-making, strengthen governance and compliance, and ensure the department realises maximum value from its technology portfolio.

The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping how the department manages and maximises value from its technology investments. Working collaboratively with teams across Enterprise Technology Division and the broader department, they will leverage existing capabilities,



identify opportunities to rationalise software licensing arrangements, and drive efficient, customer-focused outcomes. Through a strong focus on continual improvement, the role will enhance asset management practices, reporting, governance and processes to support informed decision-making, innovation and value for money across the department.

The key duties of the position include:

Responsibilities of the EL1 may include:

- Lead and develop the Software Library team, fostering a high-performing, collaborative and customer-focused culture that delivers quality outcomes for the department.
- Drive the strategic management and optimisation of the department's software licence and cloud service portfolio, ensuring value for money, licence compliance and alignment with business needs.
- Partner with stakeholders across the division to identify opportunities to rationalise software licensing arrangements, reduce duplication, and maximise the value of existing technology.
- Provide advice to stakeholders on software asset management, enabling informed decision-making and supporting the delivery of secure, compliant and cost-effective technology services.
- Lead the continuous improvement of software asset management practices, processes and reporting, leveraging data and insights to improve governance, efficiency and customer outcomes.
- Oversee the department's software asset lifecycle management capability, including licence consumption, contract obligations, renewals, optimisation opportunities and compliance activities.
- Deliver strategic reporting and insights on software usage, costs, risks and trends to support executive decision-making and future investment planning.




- Assist to deliver and manage a high volume of software procurements and contracts annually, including high-value software true-up processes.

Eligibility

Please note, under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the APS unless the Agency delegate has agreed, in writing.

This is a designated security assessed position. The successful candidate will have the ability to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 1 security clearance.

This selection process may be used to establish a merit pool. The pool might be accessed to fill ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies for similar roles in the Department over the next 18 months.

Getting to know the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR)

We are the department that helps job seeking Australians find safe, secure, and well-paid work while we ourselves strive to be a model employer. We provide the framework for fair and productive relationships between employers and employees. We also oversee skills development and training initiatives to support those entering the workforce or retraining to take advantage of emerging employment opportunities.Secure jobs are vital—driving future economic growth and providing people with the certainty. We focus on connecting Australians who are starting, advancing or changing their career with the relevant skills, knowledge and experience to gain or regain employment.Our work directly contributes to shaping the employment landscape. It is our unique purpose to help people realise their potential and we want you to be part of it.Underpinning our important work is our focus on culture. We recognise that how we do things is equally important as what we achieve. Our workplace is one where different perspective are encouraged, people feel a sense of belonging and draw on the expertise of their peers. Our people demonstrate the APS Values, which includes being open, thoughtful, curious and candid. We also value employee wellbeing and developing leadership through investment in capability.

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📌 Software Library Team Leader (Canberra)
🏢 Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR)
📍 Canberra