Executive Head: Information Technology

Job in Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa

Listing for: Humankind

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-27

Job specializations:

IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, IT Consultant, IT Project Manager, IT Business Analyst

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.

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