Manager IT Strategy and Planning
Core
Lead the development, governance, and execution of Melbourne Water's enterprise IT/OT Strategy, strategic technology roadmaps, and integrated planning framework.
Role type
Manager, IT Strategy & Planning
Builds
Enterprise IT/OT strategy, technology roadmaps, investment plans, and executive-level decision papers
Domain
Public sector / Water utility / Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Enterprise IT/OT strategy development, strategic planning, business engagement, enterprise architecture alignment, investment planning, risk management, workforce capability planning, business case development, portfolio prioritisation, benefits realisation, technology governance, cyber security, privacy, data protection, regulatory compliance
Preferred skills
Experience in complex regulated utility, infrastructure, or public-sector environments
Technologies
IT/OT frameworks, enterprise architecture tools
Responsibilities
Lead development and governance of enterprise IT/OT strategy; Establish integrated planning approach connecting business and technology strategy; Translate strategic intent into practical plans and investment recommendations; Partner with executive and business leaders to identify improvement opportunities; Facilitate evidence-based prioritisation across competing demands; Shape investment priorities based on strategic objectives and risk reduction; Support business cases and portfolio prioritisation; Establish performance measures for technology strategies; Identify and escalate strategic technology risks; Ensure technology planning considers cyber security, privacy, and public-sector obligations