We are seeking an experienced Network & Things Lead to take ownership of a complex, enterprise-scale infrastructure environment. This role is responsible for leading the delivery, performance, and continuous improvement of network services across a large and critical digital ecosystem.
You will oversee the end-to-end operation of core network infrastructure spanning IT, OT, and IoT environments, ensuring systems remain secure, reliable, and aligned to business needs.
This is a key leadership role that blends technical expertise, operational management, and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage network operations to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and security
- Oversee LAN, WAN, VPN, and IoT environments across a complex infrastructure landscape
- Drive incident, problem, change, and service management in line with ITIL practices
- Manage and performance-optimise vendors and service providers against SLAs and contracts
- Provide technical leadership in network design, architecture, and service improvements
- Ensure compliance with security standards and regulatory requirements
- Monitor system performance and proactively address risks and issues
- Lead disaster recovery and business continuity planning for network services
- Build and develop a high-performing technical team
- Engage stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver reliable, customer-focused services
You will bring:
- 8–10+ years’ experience in network infrastructure and operations
- Proven experience leading technical teams in complex environments
- Strong knowledge of:
- Network technologies (LAN, WAN, VPN, wireless)
- Digital infrastructure across IT, OT, and IoT domains
- Experience in IT Service Management (ITIL) environments
- Demonstrated experience managing:
- Vendors and service providers
- Budgets and operational planning
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Experience working within regulated or compliance-driven environments (e.g. APRA, SOCI or similar)
- Relevant certifications (e.g. CCNA/CCNP/CCIE, Juniper, ITIL)
- Background in utilities, critical infrastructure, or large enterprise environments
- Opportunity to lead a large-scale, high-impact infrastructure environment
- Strong focus on innovation, reliability, and continuous improvement
- Leadership role with real autonomy and influence
- Collaborative, forward-thinking digital environment
Peoplebank and Leaders IT are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need adjustments to the recruitment process due to your circumstances, please let us know—we’re here to support you.
