IT Mining Solution Lead

Peoplebank; Perth; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoplebank and Leaders IT are seeking an IT/OT technology leader to define strategy across mining, rail and energy sectors. The IT Mining Solution Lead will influence business vision and roadmaps, shaping technology direction in complex operational environments in the Perth CBD.

The role requires extensive experience in enterprise architecture, systems integration and leading large, high-performing teams, with a track record of aligning technology investments to strategic business goals.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience shaping technology strategy and roadmaps in complex environments.
• Proven leadership of large, high-performing teams.
• Strong ability to connect technology solutions to business goals.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders and executive decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Influence business vision and strategy across mining, rail, and energy sectors.
• Shape technology direction and roadmaps in IT/OT environments.
• Lead architecture and transformation initiatives across programmes and projects.

Skills

Strategy development

Leadership

Enterprise architecture

Technology roadmapping

Stakeholder management

Tools

TOGAF (desirable)

Cloud architecture (desirable)

Agile/Waterfall delivery

Job description

IT Mining Solution Lead

• Permanent role in the Perth CBD
• Influence business vision / strategy
• Mining/ Rail/ Energy & IT/OT preferred

Our client:

An industry leading client at the forefront of enabling digital transformation within mining, rail and energy industry sectors.

The role:

We are seeking an IT/ OT technology focused professional with a track record of influencing strategy and shaping technology direction within complex operational environments.

Required experience:

• Extensive strategy, leadership technology, architecture or senior consulting experience within industries including mining, rail AND/ OR energy sectors
• Previous experience in roles such as Solution Architect, Lead Architect, Principal Consultant, Technology Lead or similar leadership role.
• Proven ability to connect technology solutions to broader business goals
• Demonstrated success shaping technology strategy, roadmaps or transformation initiatives.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders and executive decision-makers.
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture, systems integration and solution design principles.
• The ability to assess business problems, identify root causes and recommend fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Experience in leading large, high performing teams.

Highly desirable:

• Mining, rail, energy, utilities or heavy industry experience.
• TOGAF certification or equivalent architecture framework experience.
• Cloud architecture certifications.
• Experience working across both Agile and Waterfall delivery environments.
• Knowledge of data platforms, industrial systems, automation technologies or operational technology ecosystems.

We're particularly interested in candidates who can provide examples of:

• Influencing business or technology strategy.
• Shaping future-state operating models or technology roadmaps.
• Challenging stakeholder assumptions and driving better outcomes.
• Aligning technology investments to strategic business goals.
• Delivering organisational value beyond a single project or technology implementation.

Peoplebank and Leaders IT are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need adjustments to the recruitment process due to your circumstances, please let us know—we’re here to support you.