Head of Technology, Whangārei
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BrightSpark Recruitment

Head of Technology

  • Posted Today
  • Hybrid
  • Full Time
Location

Whangārei

Job Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

A critical infrastructure business near Whangarei, with a great company culture and strong leadership. This organisation supports New Zealand's tourism and export industry and is poised for significant growth, whilst working towards a more sustainable New Zealand.

WHY YOU WANT TO WORK HERE?

  • Escape the big smoke and enjoy living in sunny Northland
  • Kiwisaver contributions matched up to 5%
  • Income protection and life insurance cover
  • 5 days additional leave
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme
  • Great company culture where people feel valued and highly motivated


ABOUT THE ROLE:
As the Head of Technology you will responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, execution and performance of the company's technology environments. This role brings a cohesive service provision across IT systems (software, networks and cybersecurity) and OT systems (industrial control systems, safeguarding, data acquisition), ensuring the seamless integration of IT and OT technologies. You will facilitate innovation and ensure both systems are secure, scalable and aligned with the overall objectives of the business.

ABOUT YOU:

As this is an office based role near Whangarei, you must be located in this area, or open to moving within commutable distance

  • Proven leadership experience managing complex IT and industrial OT environments and cross-functional teams
  • 10+ years of experience in senior level roles
  • Extensive vendor management experience in outsourced or hybrid environments
  • Strong expertise in cybersecurity frameworks and best practices for IT & OT systems
  • Knowledge of Infrastructure Architecture, business process design and technology integration (cloud environments)
  • Ability to evaluate emerging technologies and their applicability to high level business strategy
  • Project management expertise
  • Ability to optimise infrastructure performance, ensuring reliability, scalability and security across critical systems
  • Experience assessing and recommending infrastructure technology road maps


It is also highly desirable if you have experience within the critical infrastructure, energy or manufacturing sectors.

WHAT'S NEXT?
Don't delay in getting us your application ASAP.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Vendor Management

Desired Soft Skills

  • IT Management
  • Cybersecurity
  • OT Systems
  • Infrastructure Architecture
  • Project Management
  • Leadership
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Innovation
  • Communication

Benefits and Perks

  • 🎂
    Birthdays Off
  • 🤱
    Extended Parental Leave
  • 🧕
    Inclusive Workspace
  • ❤
    Care and Appreciation
  • 🩺
    Health Insurance
  • 🏋
    Gym Membership
  • 🧠
    Mental Health Workshops
  • 💪
    Physical Health Workshops

Job Schedule

  • Shift Work
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