Lead, ICT Operations

acciona; Perth; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA is recruiting an ICT Lead for Alkimos, Western Australia, offering a permanent on-site role to lead ICT across multiple project sites from mobilisation to demobilisation.

You will oversee infrastructure, security, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement, delivering reliable technology aligned with business goals. A strong leadership presence and governance focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Five+ years in ICT support and infrastructure management across multiple sites.
• Strong networking and OT environment expertise.
• Experience delivering ICT projects, site deployments and governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, delivery and optimisation of ICT infrastructure across project sites.
• Manage site mobilisations/demobilisations and deploy networks, security and end-user computing.
• Develop and manage ICT budgets, forecasts and vendor relationships.

Skills

ICT infrastructure management

Networking

Operational technology

Site deployments

Service Desk operations

Stakeholder management

Budget forecasting & procurement

Governance, cybersecurity & compliance

Driver's licence & vehicle access

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

Alkimos location

Permanent opportunity

Growing team and function

The Opportunity

Reporting to the State Manager, this is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape a growing ICT function supporting a portfolio of project sites across their full lifecycle, from mobilisation through to operations and demobilisation. You will play a critical role in delivering reliable, secure, and business-focused technology solutions, combining hands-on technical expertise with strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and commercial acumen. As the ICT lead, you will be responsible for ensuring technology services effectively support operational outcomes, while driving continuous improvement, service excellence, and value for the business. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategy, establish best-practice processes, and build strong partnerships across both project and corporate environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, delivery, and ongoing optimisation of ICT infrastructure, systems, and support services across multiple project sites.
• Manage site mobilisations and demobilisations, including the deployment of networks, communications systems, security technologies, and end-user computing solutions.
• Develop and manage ICT budgets, forecasts, procurement activities, and vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective and high-performing technology outcomes.
• Act as the primary ICT point of contact for operational teams and senior stakeholders, providing technical leadership, strategic advice, and regular project updates.
• Ensure ICT services meet cybersecurity, governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements while effectively managing risk, business continuity, and service performance.
• Contribute to the growth and maturity of the ICT function through process improvement, standardisation, and the implementation of best-practice service delivery frameworks.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Minimum five years' experience in ICT support and infrastructure management within a complex, multi-site environment.
• Strong technical expertise across ICT infrastructure, networking, and operational technology environments.
• Demonstrated experience delivering ICT projects, implementations, and site deployments.
• Experience managing Service Desk operations and ticketing systems.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of an organisation.
• Proven experience managing ICT budgets, forecasting, procurement, and vendor relationships.
• Strong understanding of ICT governance, cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance requirements.
• Current driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.