Head of Technology

Job title : Head of Technology
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Contract or Temp
Job reference : 1121221
Head of Technology

You will be responsible for developing and managing the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of Information Technology to support and achieve the objectives of the organisation.

The Head of IT responsibilities span project management, business analysis, and application, database, and infrastructure management. The role requires you to be confident operating across all aspects of the Technology department and systems as well as being able to engage with the business and vendors effectively.

You will lead the Technology team, aligning effectively with the business needs.
  
Key Responsibilities

Team Management
  • Management of Technology team to deliver services
  • Team performance and development managed
  • Support, training and guidance provided to staff members
Project Management / IT Project Delivery
  • Delivery of IT projects in line with business requirements
  • Project register updated and maintained
  • Delivery of projects within agreed timeframes and scope
  
You will possess the following skills and experience:
  • Strong customer service focus
  • Sound analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Good skills in personal work organisation
  • Good time management and communication skills
  • Ability to work as a member of a team
  • Ability to work without supervision
  • Ability to manage multiple problems at once and prioritise issues
  • Ability to quickly learn and implement new technologies
  • Proved track record delivering projects.
  • Experience with Level 1, 2 and 3 IT Support
  • Experience in SQL server administration and operations (including reporting).
  • ITIL knowledge and experience
  • ERP system administration experience
  • Cloud/WAN experience and knowledge
  • Strong security knowledge (technical and procedural controls)
  • Strong Standard Operating Environment (SOE) knowledge.
  • Strong technical knowledge of Desktop hardware and software.
  • Debugging and programming to solve software problems.
  • Experience and technical ability to install and upgrade hardware and software.
  • Tertiary qualification/s in, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Solutions Architecture. Or, relevant similar industry experience
  • At least 10-15 years of technical IT experience. At least 5 years of general management experience or experience in all aspects of IT at a senior level.
How to Apply
Click APPLY or contact Vincent at vincentcb@sharpandcarter.com.au