Head of Digital & Technology

• Lead the digital evolution of a fast-growing high-tech manufacturer
• Deliver operational excellence while growing your strategic execution capability
• Christchurch-based | Medium enterprise

Deliver the Digital and Technology strategy and roadmap for the Argus Group – a growing, multi-entity NZ manufacturer on an ambitious growth trajectory.

What our client can offer:

We are looking for an ambitious, energetic leader, who is passionate about using technology to transform how our business operates. The mandate is to build the systems, processes, data and digital capability to enable faster growth, greater efficiency and better decision-making. You will be a strong communicator and influencer, able to engage across the business and turn technology into practical, adopted solutions.

Argus Group is one of New Zealand's fastest growing advanced manufacturing businesses. Operating across industrial heating, advanced cable and harness assemblies and contract manufacturing. Argus partners with customers operating in some of the worlds most demanding industries including aerospace, defence, medical technology and advanced industrial applications.

This is a newly created role reporting to the Chief Operating Officer. You will lead Technology across the group, with accountability for digital strategy, infrastructure, cybersecurity, operational technology, data governance, business systems and productivity improvement across all Argus entities..

What you will do:
  
You will be hands on executing the digital transformation roadmap, while building into future strategic planning with strong executive support in place.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and executing on the technology strategy, building on an existing a visible roadmap aligning with the business needs
• Partnering with business units to optimise existing systems and identify technology solutions to support the business’ growth
• Leading the governance and control framework, with particular focus on cybersecurity enhancement
• Championing safe and practical adoption of new technology across the organisation
• Holding full technology budget responsibility and driving cost efficiency
• Leading, coaching, and building a small, dedicated team of IT professionals, with support from external vendor partners

Skills and experience we are looking for:

Our ideal candidate will be a solid relationship builder, able to build trust and credibility quickly. You will be a passionate driver, able to balance the need for operational stability with identifying and executing on innovation and transformation opportunities. A high level of curiosity and energy is a must in this role, alongside demonstrated:
  

• Technology leadership experience (manufacturing, industrial, or complex SME environments ideal)
• Proven track record building and executing digital capability, not just managing existing processes
• Solid cyber security credentials
• Experience with ERP systems and business systems integration (NetSuite desirable)
• Strong vendor and managed service provider management capability
• Commercially pragmatic and outcomes-focused, with strong stakeholder influencing skills
• An early adopter’s instinct for new technology including automation and artificial intelligence.
• Credibility with both technical teams and senior business leaders
• Relevant tertiary qualification in IT, Engineering, or Business; CISM, CISSP, ITIL, or PMP certifications advantageous
• Candidates must be based in or willing to relocate to Christchurch. NZ residency or a valid
• NZ work visa is required.

  
What to do next:

• For a confidential discussion, please call Michelle Bishop, Consulting Lead, Sourced - 03 928 402
• Apply using the Apply button on this page, including a cover letter outlining your interest and experience in this position.

  
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