This is a newly created role to uplift and lead IT in this western Sydney based organisation. This role is 5 days a week in the Western Sydney office with flexibility afforded as required, leading a team of 7 IT professionals across Software Engineering, Data, Cyber Security, Infra & Support.
The Group IT Manager is responsible for creating the IT strategy for the next 3-5 years. This role requires a seasoned professional capable of formulating the IT strategy, operational efficiency, fostering team growth, and aligning technological initiatives with organisational objectives. This Group IT Manager role will develop and implement best practices and tools to ensure a well-controlled yet flexible organization that has extremely strong security, network & application management, project coordination, cross-team communications, and data flows.
- Provide Leadership and guidance to the existing IT leadership team
- Develop and drive the IT Strategy for the business.
- Assess current state of IT and team structure and implement plan for future state
- Create development plans for current IT staff to ensure long term retention and career progression opportunities within organisation
- Analyse processes, technologies, and vendors continually to find areas for improvement.
- Prepare cost–benefit analyses when upgrades are necessary, and monitor vendors to ensure that they’re offering the best-possible service and value for business needs.
- Train employees to use software and hardware; troubleshoot issues and provide technical support when needed.