Head of IT

Company Description

Head of IT

OP Technology Group is passionate about providing hybrid-cloud technology solutions to a wide range of premium NZ and international customers. They operate enterprise-class infrastructure and networking via a globally distributed data centre model with a local presence in New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Singapore and South Africa. Across the two major brands in the group, Pacifictech (www.pacifictechsol.com) and Octane Systems (www.octane-systems.com), they deliver smart, practical solutions that make a real difference to how their customers businesses operate.

We are seeking a Head of IT to take ownership of how their infrastructure technology supports and enables this growth. Reporting directly to the CEO, you’ll sit at the leadership table and play a key role in translating strategy into practical, scalable outcomes.

Job Description

You’ll lead the group’s global IT infrastructure operations and project management functions, ensuring systems are secure, reliable, and fit for purpose both now and into the future. This is not just about oversight—you’ll be expected to bring structure, clarity, and momentum across everything from day-to-day operations through to major business initiatives.  Working closely with the leadership team, you’ll translate business priorities into clear plans and deliverables.

A key focus of the role is governance, risk, and security. You’ll be accountable for cyber risk, technology change, and compliance, ensuring the business is protected without unnecessary complexity.

You’ll lead a small but capable team of 16 with 3 direct management level reports, building a culture that is collaborative, accountable, and outcomes-focused. While this is a strategic role, there will be times you’ll need to step in and deliver directly.

Qualifications

We’re looking for someone who has operated at a senior level in IT, and is equally comfortable working across strategy and execution. You’ll know how to balance best practice with pragmatism, and bring strong commercial judgement, leadership capability, and a proven ability to deliver results in complex environments.

• Proven experience leading IT operations and infrastructure in a complex or growing organisation
• Ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels, moving easily between big-picture thinking and execution
• Strong understanding of IT governance, risk, information and cyber security, with a practical approach to implementation
• Experience establishing or improving project delivery frameworks (PMO or similar)
• A track record of delivering projects and initiatives on time, with clear business impact
• Confident stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at leadership level
• Strong people leadership capability, with a focus on building capability, accountability, and performance
• Commercially astute, with sound judgement in balancing cost, risk, and operational performance

Additional Information

This is a rare opportunity to take true ownership, shape how IT operates globally, and directly influence the next phase of the company’s growth and success.

If this role sounds like you, please apply today through our HR partner, HR Connect Limited.