Release and Deployment Manager
- Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of system upgrades and releases.
- Manage release governance processes and coordinate technical and business teams.
- Develop and maintain release plans to ensure timely and quality delivery.
- Full-time fixed-term opportunity available until 30 June 2027 (38 hours per week)
- Release and Deployment Manager – HS5 (salary based on experience)
- Salary packaging options available
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Release & Deployment Manager to lead the planning, governance and delivery of releases across the EOHR Program.
Reporting to the Program Manager, this role is responsible for coordinating complex system upgrades, configuration releases, data migrations and implementation activities across a statewide environment. The position works closely with the program team, ICT, Infrastructure, Security, Statewide Systems, vendors and business stakeholders to ensure releases are delivered safely, efficiently and with minimal disruption.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong technical release management experience. In addition to leading release planning and governance, the successful candidate will be comfortable rolling up their sleeves and actively participating in release activities, deployment readiness assessments, testing coordination and implementation support when required.
The role operates in a fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent releases and requires strong stakeholder management, communication and presentation skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of UMM system upgrades, configuration releases, data migrations and implementation activities.
- Manage release governance processes, including change approvals, deployment readiness assessments, risk management and release reporting.
- Coordinate technical and business teams to ensure successful release preparation, deployment, validation and post-release support.
- Develop and maintain release, implementation and cutover plans to ensure releases are delivered in line with program objectives, timelines and quality standards.
Essential Experience
- Demonstrated experience managing and delivering multiple enterprise system implementations and releases.
- Strong experience with release and deployment management, including system upgrades, configuration releases and data migration activities.
- Experience participating in and preparing submissions for Change Advisory Boards (CABs) or equivalent change approval forums.
- Strong understanding of release lifecycles, deployment planning, implementation methodologies and production support processes.
For a full list of the position’s roles and responsibilities, please view the attached position description.
Why should you be a part of our team?
- Salary Packaging: Maximise your take-home pay by salary packaging up to $9,010 for everyday living expenses, plus an additional $2,650 for meal entertainment, both from your pre-tax income.
- Mental Wellbeing: Enjoy nearby green spaces, including Carlton Gardens, perfect for a relaxing lunchtime break.
- Convenient Location: Excellent public transport options, with easy access to trams, buses, and Melbourne CBD.
- Wellbeing Support: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS Health, plus a dedicated wellbeing hub.
- Vibrant Lifestyle: Work in the heart of Carlton, surrounded by a diverse range of cafés, restaurants, and cultural attractions.
How to Apply
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Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early as the position may be filled before the closing date.
Applications close Monday 9 November 2026 at 11:59pm
Please note we reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date once a suitable candidate has been identified.
We acknowledge that diversity increases our ability to transform and achieve better health outcomes therefore we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.
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