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Job summary

Journey Early Learning Group is seeking a Digital Transformation, Automation & AI Lead to drive a large-scale innovation journey across Perth CBD and Kwinana. You will own the AI, automation and digital transformation roadmap, partnering with business leaders to translate challenges into scalable technology solutions and measurable value.

You will lead adoption of Copilot, Power Platform and AI-driven solutions, balancing governance with innovation while delivering tangible business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience leading digital transformation and AI-enabled initiatives.
• Strong ability to engage stakeholders across business units.
• Experience delivering automation, workflows and system integrations.
• Knowledge of governance, security and risk in technology delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Digital Transformation, AI and Automation roadmap.
• Lead adoption and optimisation of Microsoft Copilot and Power Platform solutions.
• Facilitate workshops to identify business challenges and opportunities.
• Assess and prioritise automation initiatives based on business value and risk.
• Deliver workflow automation, AI agents and digital process improvements.
• Establish a transparent portfolio of transformation initiatives and benefits.
• Build business cases and measure realised value and outcomes.
• Drive user adoption through training and stakeholder networks.
• Collaborate with Cyber Security, Legal and Privacy to ensure governance.
• Manage technology partners, budgets and project delivery.

Skills

Digital transformation

Stakeholder engagement

AI & automation delivery

Power Platform expertise

Portfolio & backlog management

Education

Information Systems or related field

Tools

Microsoft Copilot

Power Platform

Azure

Job description

Digital Transformation, Automation & AI Lead

Perth CBD & Kwinana, WA | Permanent & Full-Time

Are you passionate about driving meaningful business transformation through AI, automation and emerging technologies? Do you enjoy working with stakeholders to solve real operational challenges and deliver measurable business outcomes?

We are seeking an experienced Digital Transformation, Automation & AI Lead to spearhead a large-scale digital innovation journey and help shape the future of how technology enhances business operations.

About the Role

Reporting to the Manager Technology, you will be responsible for identifying, prioritising and delivering technology-enabled initiatives that improve business processes, reduce manual effort and increase organisational productivity.

Based across Perth CBD and Kwinana, you will own the AI, automation and digital transformation roadmap, working closely with business leaders and operational teams to translate business challenges into practical, scalable and governed technology solutions. You will lead the adoption and optimisation of Microsoft Copilot, Power Platform solutions, AI agents, automation technologies and integrations that create measurable business value.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the organisation's Digital Transformation, AI and Automation Roadmap.
• Lead the adoption and optimisation of Microsoft Copilot across the organisation.
• Facilitate workshops to identify business challenges, opportunities and requirements.
• Assess and prioritise automation and AI initiatives based on business value, feasibility and risk.
• Deliver workflow automation, system integrations, AI agents and digital process improvements.
• Establish and manage a transparent portfolio of transformation initiatives and benefits.
• Build compelling business cases and measure realised value and outcomes.
• Drive user adoption through communications, training and champion networks.
• Collaborate with Cyber Security, Legal, Privacy and business stakeholders to ensure appropriate governance.
• Manage technology partners, budgets, statements of work and successful project delivery.
• Support innovation, experimentation and the transition of successful concepts into operational services.
• Contribute to broader technology strategy and investment planning.

About You

You are a strategic thinker with a strong blend of business and technology expertise. You can engage stakeholders at all levels, simplify complex concepts and drive change through practical, outcome-focused solutions.

You will bring:

• Strong experience in digital transformation, business analysis, process improvement, product ownership or technology delivery.
• Proven experience delivering automation, workflow, integration or AI-enabled business improvements.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, workshop facilitation and change leadership skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365, Microsoft Copilot, Power Platform and related productivity technologies.
• Experience managing portfolios, backlogs and reporting measurable business benefits.
• The ability to balance innovation with governance, security and business risk considerations.

Desirable Experience

• Qualifications in Information Systems, Technology, Business or a related discipline.
• Certifications in Change Management, Product Management, Agile or Process Improvement.
• Experience within mining, manufacturing, industrial or operational environments.
• Knowledge of Responsible AI, data governance, information management and information protection practices.

Why Join Us?

• Be at the forefront of AI, automation and digital transformation.
• Influence enterprise-wide innovation and technology adoption.
• Work with cutting-edge Microsoft technologies including Copilot, Power Platform and AI-driven solutions.
• Engage with both corporate and operational stakeholders across Perth CBD and Kwinana.
• Shape strategic technology direction while delivering tangible business outcomes.
• Join a growth-focused organisation investing in the future of digital capability.

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.