Data & IT Manager

18th September, 2026

About NAPCo

The North Australian Pastoral Company (NAPCo) was founded in 1877 and is one of Australia's leading beef cattle companies, managing over 6.1 million hectares, largest single herd in the world and home to Five Founders Beef. NAPCo employs approximately 220 staff operating across Queensland and the Northern Territory, with 15 cattle stations, a Depot in Mount Isa, a Feedlot and Farm in the Darling Downs and an office in Brisbane's CBD.

About the role

The Data & IT Manager will shape and deliver the next phase of NAPCo’s Data and IT Strategy. This is a strategic and technical hands-on role, combining long-term direction with practical delivery across the business. Building on our established IT infrastructure and data capability, this role will lead a whole-of-business approach to finance transformation, enterprise data, technology services and cyber security.

With accountability for NAPCo’s enterprise IT systems and technology environment, the role will oversee IT architecture, data integrity and governance, strategic technology initiatives, and the performance of outsourced IT service providers. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, including the Natural Capital and Finance teams, the Data & IT Manager will strengthen data and reporting capability, identify opportunities to streamline business processes through technology, and ensure systems, platforms and services remain secure, reliable, scalable and aligned with NAPCo’s priorities.

Day-to-day duties will include:

• Lead and deliver NAPCo’s IT and Data Strategy, including finance transformation, cyber security, AI adoption and whole-of-business technology priorities.
• Oversee NAPCo’s enterprise technology platforms, IT services and network infrastructure, ensuring effective cyber security, disaster recovery, technology risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Strengthen data governance, architecture, integration and reporting capability, including oversight of the Data Warehouse, Microsoft Fabric and Power BI environment.
• Partner with business teams to improve systems, automate processes and deliver practical data, AI and technology solutions.
• Take a hands-on role in investigating system and data issues, improving workflows and supporting the implementation of practical solutions.
• Manage outsourced technology partners, contracts, service performance, risk, budgets and technology investments.
• Lead system upgrades, asset lifecycle planning, user education and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead and mentor the role’s direct report, supporting capability development and effective delivery.

About You

You are an experienced IT professional who can translate business needs into practical solutions across Technology, Data and Business Systems, confidently leading company-wide initiatives. You will be comfortable working across a diverse and geographically dispersed business, balancing strategic priorities with hands-on delivery.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• At least five years’ relevant experience in IT technology, data and business systems, including management experience leading projects, people or service providers.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Experience leading enterprise data and technology initiatives, including digital transformation, cyber security and AI adoption.
• Strong technical knowledge of Microsoft technologies (Intune/Azure), Exchange online, Microsoft cloud platforms, networking and infrastructure (on premise and hosted).
• Demonstrated project management, vendor management and technology budget management experience.
• Experience working with remote operations and geographically dispersed teams.
• Experience within the agricultural or agribusiness sector will be highly regarded.

You will also bring:

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the business.
• A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A high level of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.

Employee

benefits

• Permanent full-time position
• A competitive remuneration package, with industry leading benefits
• We offer Flexible working arrangements (3 days office / 2 days WFH)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Applications will close on 4th October. Interviews will be held shortly after. Click "Apply" to submit your application including resume and cover letter.

For more information on this opportunity, please email [email protected].

NAPCo is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces, promotes and values diversity and inclusion.