Head of Application Platforms

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities.

The Head of Application Platforms plays a crucial role in managing and developing Ventia’s enterprise systems. This position requires a deep understanding of technology and the standardized processes Ventia values. The Platform Owner will interface with the business on support issues, provide functional consulting, and collaborate with Development teams to implement necessary changes aligned with Ventia’s digital processes and standards.

This is a full-time role based in our North Sydney Office with hybrid WFH arrangements.

Benefits:

• Enjoy the flexibility of a work-from-home hybrid model.
• Actively contribute to the advancement of our technology and methodologies.
• Experience a positive workplace culture at Ventia, where our focus is on our people.
• Be part of a dynamic organization that is evolving and making a meaningful impact.

This General Manager-level position is responsible for:

• Overseeing a significant portfolio of applications at Ventia
• End-to-end ownership of the platforms across the complete lifecycle
• Management and strong engagement with Business Stakeholders
• Building and overseeing operational processes across Application Portfolio
• Managing vendor relationships and performance
• Managing financials associated with both technology delivery, operations and licences.
• Engage with business stakeholders to develop strategy to meet future needs

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience managing platforms end-to-end with a strong technology background
• Leadership experience in roles covering similar Technology functions in large complex organizations
• People leadership experience, with experience building high performing teams and enabling staff to elevate their performance.
• Vendor/stakeholder relationship management and proven track record of driving outcomes
• Experience across SAP Systems such as SAP ERP, Ariba, SuccessFactors, BTP/Flex Edge, and other customer-facing applications is preferred.

You must be an Australian Citizen and have the ability to maintain a Defence clearance in order to be eligible for these positions, as well as be able to pass an Australian Federal Police Check and Medical Pre-Employment Checks as required by the contract.

How To Apply
Click on the “apply now” button found on this page. For further information regarding this position please contact milan.johnstone@skoutsolutions.com

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