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Data Governance Lead

Requisition ID:  3414
Department:  Information Technology
Work Type:  Hybrid
Application Close Date:  25th March 2026

At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. More than 34 years later, we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with hundreds of trips in over 100 countries. 

At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. More than 34 years later, we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with hundreds of trips in over 100 countries. 

We are Intrepid

We are Intrepid
The world needs more Intrepid people: 

Just as our travellers rely on our Tour Leaders to unlock hidden gems and navigate their destination, Intrepid relies on strong data governance to navigate our future, ensuring every decision is grounded in trusted information, that we empower data-driven journeys that embrace curiosity, and drive continuous improvement of Intrepid’s data quality and compliance. 

 

As a Data Governance Lead for Intrepid Travel, you’ll own the development, implementation and adoption of Intrepid’s data governance framework and policies. Collaborating globally across the business you’ll drive consistency in our data definitions, master data management and data lineage practices, ensuring data integrity, security, and compliance across all data assets. You'll also manage the creation and implementation of data governance strategies to support data-driven decision-making and mitigate risks to help us achieve our ambitious 2026 goals and beyond. 

 

This is a full-time, permanent position paying up to $140,000 + super, which offers a hybrid work model based out of our centrally located Melbourne HQ on Collins Street. 

 

Some of the experience you’ll bring with you may include: 

  • Data Governance or related data certification, with proven experience leading governance initiatives. 

  • Deep expertise in data governance and master data management. 

  • Strong understanding of data privacy and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and ability to translate compliance requirements into actionable governance practices. 

  • Excellent knowledge of data analytics, data lineage and data architecture. 

  • Exceptional communication, presentation and influencing skills, with the ability to inspire action, gain stakeholder buy-in, and drive cross-functional alignment. 

  • Strategic and analytical thinker, capable of connecting governance initiatives to business objectives and driving data as a strategic asset. 
The world needs more Intrepid people: 

Just as our travellers rely on our Tour Leaders to unlock hidden gems and navigate their destination, Intrepid relies on strong data governance to navigate our future, ensuring every decision is grounded in trusted information, that we empower data-driven journeys that embrace curiosity, and drive continuous improvement of Intrepid’s data quality and compliance. 

 

As a Data Governance Lead for Intrepid Travel, you’ll own the development, implementation and adoption of Intrepid’s data governance framework and policies. Collaborating globally across the business you’ll drive consistency in our data definitions, master data management and data lineage practices, ensuring data integrity, security, and compliance across all data assets. You'll also manage the creation and implementation of data governance strategies to support data-driven decision-making and mitigate risks to help us achieve our ambitious 2026 goals and beyond. 

 

This is a full-time, permanent position paying up to $140,000 + super, which offers a hybrid work model based out of our centrally located Melbourne HQ on Collins Street. 

 

Some of the experience you’ll bring with you may include: 

  • Data Governance or related data certification, with proven experience leading governance initiatives. 

  • Deep expertise in data governance and master data management. 

  • Strong understanding of data privacy and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and ability to translate compliance requirements into actionable governance practices. 

  • Excellent knowledge of data analytics, data lineage and data architecture. 

  • Exceptional communication, presentation and influencing skills, with the ability to inspire action, gain stakeholder buy-in, and drive cross-functional alignment. 

  • Strategic and analytical thinker, capable of connecting governance initiatives to business objectives and driving data as a strategic asset. 

Our people reflect the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit: 

Intrepid is made up of 71 nationalities in over 30 countries, and we recognise that diversity makes us a stronger business. We support a culture where people can be themselves and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Including First Nations People, LGBTQI+ people, those living with a disability, or from disadvantaged backgrounds, and all people from different ethnicities, races, and religions.  

Rewarding and developing our people is important to us, some of our work perks include: 

  • Flexible work arrangements, work-from-home and the ability to 'work from anywhere' 4 weeks a year 
  • A free Intrepid trip every year, plus generous discounts for families, and close friends 
  • 5 extra days of leave a year for use on Intrepid trips 
  • A minimum of 10 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, and other additional leave provisions.  
  • Access to e-learning platforms, professional development and mentor programs 
  • 20 hours of volunteer leave every year to use on causes most important to you 
  • Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 service that offers counselling for you and your family 


We are Real. Together. Ambitious. Impactful. These are our values and to us they're more than just words, they are the pillars of our success and every day it's our people and the work they do that bring them to life.

Our people reflect the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit: 

Intrepid is made up of 71 nationalities in over 30 countries, and we recognise that diversity makes us a stronger business. We support a culture where people can be themselves and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Including First Nations People, LGBTQI+ people, those living with a disability, or from disadvantaged backgrounds, and all people from different ethnicities, races, and religions.  

Rewarding and developing our people is important to us, some of our work perks include: 

  • Flexible work arrangements, work-from-home and the ability to 'work from anywhere' 4 weeks a year 
  • A free Intrepid trip every year, plus generous discounts for families, and close friends 
  • 5 extra days of leave a year for use on Intrepid trips 
  • A minimum of 10 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, and other additional leave provisions.  
  • Access to e-learning platforms, professional development and mentor programs 
  • 20 hours of volunteer leave every year to use on causes most important to you 
  • Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 service that offers counselling for you and your family 


We are Real. Together. Ambitious. Impactful. These are our values and to us they're more than just words, they are the pillars of our success and every day it's our people and the work they do that bring them to life.

We aim to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion stay part of our recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careersupport@intrepidtravel.com with your name, location, and the adjustments you require, we will then be in touch to support your application.

We aim to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion stay part of our recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careersupport@intrepidtravel.com with your name, location, and the adjustments you require, we will then be in touch to support your application.
Application Close Date:  25th March 2026

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