Architecture Operations and Governance Manager

Reporting to the Head of Architecture, the Architecture Operations & Governance Manager is responsible for leading the governance, compliance and operational excellence of WorkCover Queensland’s Architecture function. This role drives effective decision-making, architecture standards, governance processes and performance reporting, ensuring the Architecture practice delivers measurable value and remains aligned to organisational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead architecture governance forums, processes and decision-making activities.
• Manage the Architecture Review Board, including planning, tracking and communication of outcomes.
• Maintain architecture standards, principles, policies and patterns.
• Monitor governance performance, compliance, risks and improvement opportunities.
• Manage architecture repositories, artefacts, roadmaps and decision records.
• Deliver executive reporting, dashboards, scorecards and governance insights.
• Develop and track architecture metrics and performance measures.
• Coordinate operational planning, governance calendars and practice activities.
• Improve documentation, templates and governance artefacts.
• Support capability uplift, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement across the Architecture team.

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Business, Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience working within or alongside an Enterprise Architecture function.
• Strong understanding of architecture governance, compliance and review processes.
• Experience supporting Architecture Review Boards or similar governance forums.
• Strong reporting, analytical and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience developing dashboards, scorecards and executive-level reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, governance activities and deadlines.
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Highly organised with strong planning and coordination capabilities.
• Passion for continuous improvement, operational excellence and effective governance.

How do I apply?

Please submit your resume along with a covering letter (no more than two pages) outlining why you’re a strong fit for this role.

Applications close at 10am, Monday 7th of September 2026.

This role is graded at Individual Contract. If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Angus Howard, Head of Architecture.

Prior to applying, please discuss your intent to apply with your leader and take a look at our expression of interest tips.

We are committed to ensuring WorkCover reflects the diversity of the Queensland community. We welcome applications from First Nations peoples, members of the LGBTQIA+SB community, people of all ages, people who are neurodivergent, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

To provide you the best experience, we can support with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our recruitment team during your conversation with them.