Manager - Operational Technology

Whitehaven Coal Limited; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Parental leave 26w

Referral bonus 4k

Employee discounts

Professional coaching

Job summary

Whitehaven Coal Limited is seeking a Manager – Operational Technology to lead OT strategy, roadmap and systems enabling safe, reliable operations. You will collaborate with OT, IT, engineering and cybersecurity teams to identify opportunities and deliver OT data solutions aligned with business priorities.

Based in Brisbane with site travel, you will oversee forecasting, budgets and project delivery, ensure security and compliance, mentor the OT team, and build strong vendor relationships to

Qualifications

• 10+ years in technology or related discipline, ideally in mining or heavy industry.
• Strong knowledge of OT systems, technology platforms, network architecture and operational environments.
• Proven experience delivering OT strategies, technology solutions and improving reliability and efficiency.
• Solid project, budget and analytics skills including performance reporting and data analysis.
• Understand OT cybersecurity, risk, compliance, safety and assurance requirements, including audits and critical controls.
• Lead with strong communication, stakeholder and people skills, translating emerging technologies into practical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Whitehaven OT strategy and roadmap, aligning technology investment with operational priorities, forecasts and business objectives.
• Evaluate and optimise OT hardware, software, data solutions and systems to improve reliability, performance, efficiency and decision making.
• Deliver key OT projects, managing submissions, budgets, forecasting, scope, timelines and financial outcomes.
• Establish OT data solutions and performance reporting to support operational monitoring, assurance and informed decision making.
• Partner with IT, operational and cybersecurity teams to strengthen OT security, compliance, risk management and critical control requirements.
• Lead and develop the OT team, manage vendor relationships and drive continuous improvement and emerging technology adoption.

Skills

OT strategy

Budget management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cybersecurity awareness

Education

Engineering or tech qualification

Tools

OT platforms

Job description

As Manager – Operational Technology, you will provide strategic leadership across OT, developing the technology strategy, roadmap and systems that enable safe, reliable and efficient operations. Working closely with operational, technology, engineering and cybersecurity teams, you will identify opportunities to improve and innovate through OT solutions, lead the delivery of OT data systems, and ensure technology investments align with operational priorities and future business needs.

You will oversee forecasting, project delivery and budgets, while ensuring OT systems remain secure, reliable, compliant and fit for purpose. You will also lead and mentor the OT team, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and build strong relationships with technology vendors and suppliers to support effective delivery and ongoing performance.

Reporting to the General Manager – Asset Management & Technology, you will play a key role in advancing OT capability and maturity across our operations. This position is based centrally in Brisbane with site travel required.

What You'll Do:

• Develop the Whitehaven OT strategy and roadmap, aligning technology investment with operational priorities, forecasts and business objectives.
• Evaluate and optimise OT hardware, software, data solutions and systems to improve reliability, performance, efficiency and decision making.
• Deliver key OT projects, managing submissions, budgets, forecasting, scope, timelines and financial outcomes.
• Establish OT data solutions and performance reporting to support operational monitoring, assurance and informed decision making.
• Partner with IT, operational and cybersecurity teams to strengthen OT security, compliance, risk management and critical control requirements.
• Lead and develop the OT team, manage vendor relationships and drive continuous improvement and emerging technology adoption.

What You'll Bring:

• An engineering or technology qualification, or equivalent experience, with 10+ years in technology or a related discipline, ideally in mining or heavy industry.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of OT systems, technology platforms, network architecture and operational environments.
• Proven experience developing OT strategies, delivering technology solutions and improving reliability, performance and operational efficiency.
• Apply strong project, budget and analytical skills, including performance reporting, data analysis and technology investment planning.
• Understand OT cybersecurity, risk, compliance, safety and assurance requirements, including audits and critical controls.
• Lead with strong communication, stakeholder and people skills, translating emerging technologies into practical outcomes and driving continuous improvement.

Why Whitehaven?

• Enjoy a competitive salary package with salary-sacrificing options, including local living benefits and novated leases.
• Access generous benefits such as 26 weeks paid parental leave and a $4,000 employee referral bonus.
• Take advantage of a wide range of employee discounts on groceries, fuel, fashion, entertainment, and more.
• Grow your career with ongoing development opportunities, mentorship, and professional coaching.

Whitehavenis committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.