Executive Head: Information Technology

Humankind; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Humankind in Rustenburg, South Africa, seeks an executive Head of IT and Digital Information to join EXCO and drive the organisation's digital and smart-mining transformation. This rare opportunity shapes enterprise strategy, governance, and technology innovation within a capital-intensive operation.

The role leads IT governance, major systems (SAP, EA), cybersecurity, and multi-million-rand budgets, reporting to the board and EXCO, to deliver competitive advantage in mining.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field, plus MBA/MSc or equivalent.
• CISM, CISSP, CRISC, COBIT, or TOGAF certification preferred.
• 12–15 years of progressive IT experience, including 5+ years at senior/executive level.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide IT governance across the group.
• Drive smart mining transformation including AI, IIoT, OT/SCADA integration and big data.
• Oversee major systems leadership, including SAP and enterprise architecture.
• Define cybersecurity strategy and protect information assets.
• Manage multi-million-rand CAPEX/OPEX budgets and strategic vendor partnerships.
• Provide board-level reporting and EXCO participation.

Skills

IT governance

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Board reporting

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

MBA/MSc or equivalent

Tools

SAP

OT/IT convergence tools

Job description

A leading platinum mining company is seeking a Head of IT and Digital Information to join its EXCO and lead the organisation's digital and smart-mining transformation.

This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned IT executive to shape enterprise strategy, governance, and technology innovation across a capital-intensive, operationally complex environment.

What you'll lead:

• Enterprise-wide IT governance (King IV/V, COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001)
• Smart mining transformation — AI, IIoT, OT/SCADA integration, and big data
• Major systems leadership, including SAP and enterprise architecture
• Cybersecurity strategy and information asset protection
• Multi-million-rand CAPEX/OPEX budgets and strategic vendor partnerships
• Board-level reporting and EXCO participation

What you bring:

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field + MBA/MSc or equivalent
• CISM, CISSP, CRISC, COBIT, or TOGAF certification
• 12–15 years' progressive IT experience, including 5+ years at Senior Management/Executive level
• Proven experience in mining, heavy industry, or capital-intensive sectors
• Deep knowledge of OT/IT convergence and operational technology in industrial settings

Location:

Rustenberg, South Africa

Type:

Permanent, Executive-level

If you're a strategic technology leader ready to drive digital transformation at the executive table, this could be your next move.