This role provides technical leadership across network architecture, unified communications, operational governance, and project delivery. Working closely with business stakeholders, technology teams, vendors, and cybersecurity specialists, the successful candidate will design and implement innovative, secure, and cost-effective solutions that support business objectives
Department Overview: Network and Communications Department
Roster – 5 Days, 8.5 Hrs/Day (including meal break)
Critical Role Accountabilities
- Lead, mentor and develop the Networking & Unified Communications team, providing technical direction, operational support and fostering a high-performance, safety-focused culture.
- Architect and oversee the design, implementation and ongoing management of enterprise networking and unified communications solutions that are secure, scalable and aligned to business needs.
- Ensure the effective operation, maintenance and continuous improvement of network and communications infrastructure, maintaining high levels of availability, resilience and performance.
- Develop, implement and govern networking operational standards, processes, policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with organisational and industry best practices.
- Partner with business stakeholders, project teams, vendors and cybersecurity specialists to evaluate requirements, provide technical guidance and deliver integrated technology solutions.
- Maintain accurate technical documentation and proactively identify opportunities for network optimisation, innovation, enhancement and technology upgrades that improve business outcomes.
Critical Skills & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology (or related discipline) with advanced networking certifications such as CCIE, CCAr, or equivalent networking and security credentials.
- Extensive experience (10+ years) in ICT infrastructure, with specialist expertise in networking and unified communications architecture, design, implementation and operational management.
- Demonstrated experience leading technical teams and delivering complex network and communication projects across geographically dispersed and enterprise-scale environments.
- Strong knowledge of network architecture, routing and switching, unified communications platforms, network security controls, governance frameworks and operational best practices.
- Proven ability to assess business requirements, develop solution architectures and make informed decisions that balance cost, performance, security, reliability and scalability considerations.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and vendor management skills, with a track record of influencing outcomes, driving continuous improvement and managing competing priorities in complex environments.
Our Benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Financial Benefits - Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance & more than 600 retail discounts, such as, Coles, Petbarn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown.
- Health & Wellness - Discounts with BUPA, Fitness Passport to access multiple gyms across Australia & EAP access to support you and your immediate family.
- Culture & Career - Personal and Team Recognition (Made for More awards), Internal Career Progression, Training & Flexibility through our award-winning WesTrac Institute
- Employee Referral Program - Opportunity to receive a referral bonus up to $5000 for applicable roles
- Additional Perks - Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave & Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity.
Our Company & Commitment
With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat® equipment dealers, offers a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions.
At WesTrac, we reflect diverse communities, celebrate our people's diversity, and create a culture where employees feel safe to be their authentic selves. We encourage applications from First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. WORK180 endorsed employer for our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality.
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