Digital Transformation Lead - Remote

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Flexible remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Digital Transformation Lead to spearhead digital initiatives in the oil and gas sector. This fully remote role drives change from anywhere, developing a comprehensive strategy to improve efficiency and data utilization in the energy industry.

You will collaborate with IT, operations and business leaders, champion digital adoption, and lead agile, cross-functional teams to deliver transformative projects and measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, IT, Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in digital strategy, transformation or technology management with energy exposure.
• Proven track record leading large-scale digital transformations.
• Deep understanding of data analytics, AI/ML, IoT, cloud and automation.
• Strong leadership, change management and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and remote team leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the digital transformation roadmap and strategy.
• Identify and evaluate emerging digital technologies for energy sector.
• Lead cross-functional teams in digital solution delivery and process improvements.
• Drive data analytics initiatives to extract actionable insights.
• Manage digital projects to deliver on time and budget.
• Foster a culture of innovation and digital literacy across the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Change management

Stakeholder management

Remote team leadership

Data analytics

Communication

Education

Master's degree (MBA/related)

Tools

AI/ML

IoT

Cloud computing

Automation technologies

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Digital Transformation Lead to spearhead their digital initiatives within the oil and gas sector . This is a fully remote position, empowering you to drive change from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive digital strategy, focusing on leveraging new technologies to improve operational efficiency, enhance data utilization, and foster innovation across the organization. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of digital trends and their application in the energy industry. You will collaborate closely with IT, operations, and business unit leaders to champion digital adoption and transform business processes, working in a fully virtual, agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company's digital transformation roadmap and strategy.
• Identify and evaluate emerging digital technologies relevant to the oil and gas industry.
• Lead cross-functional teams in the implementation of digital solutions and process improvements.
• Drive data analytics initiatives to extract actionable insights and support decision-making.
• Manage digital projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and achieve desired outcomes.
• Foster a culture of innovation and digital literacy throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in digital strategy, transformation, or technology management, with significant exposure to the energy sector .
• Proven track record of successfully leading large-scale digital transformation programs.
• Deep understanding of data analytics, AI/ML, IoT, cloud computing, and automation technologies.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, leadership, and change management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, adept at leading remote teams .

Benefits

• Highly attractive salary and executive bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan.
• Flexible remote work arrangements.
• Significant budget for professional development and training.
• Opportunity to shape the future of digital innovation in the energy industry.