Childcare Jobs - Support office, Full Time - Brisbane QLD, Australia

Are you a visionary IT leader with a strong track record in shaping and executing technology strategies? Affinity Education Group (AEG) is seeking a dynamic Head of Technology to lead our digital transformation and deliver innovative solutions that drive operational excellence.

About the Role:
As the Head of Technology, you will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and delivering on a strategic technical roadmap for AEG, working closely with the Senior Leadership Team. Your mission will be to embed a market-leading approach to planning, designing, and running technology operations that offer a simple, agile, and cost-effective user experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement AEG’s strategic technical roadmap to align with business objectives.
• Drive the adoption of best-in-class technology solutions through effective vendor management and partnerships.
• Lead the execution of technology strategies across platforms, ensuring consistent and reliable IT service delivery.
• Manage technology projects, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Identify key technology requirements and address gaps to maintain a competitive edge.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends, evaluating and implementing innovative technologies that drive efficiency.
• Continuously review and optimize processes to foster a culture of continuous improvement and technological advancement.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to the internal IT support team and project technology teams.
• Cultivate a high-performance, results-driven culture within the technology function.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field (preferred).
• 6+ years of management experience in an IT environment, with at least 2 years in a dispersed network.
• Proven experience in leading and delivering complex technology strategies at a senior level.
• Strong track record in vendor management and optimizing third-party provider relationships.
• Extensive experience in project and change management, with the ability to drive business transformation.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package
• Stunning Brisbane CBD office 
• Flexible working arrangements
• 50% discount on childcare gap fees
• Free gym membership
• Wellness benefits with partners TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefit, and discounts at over 100 retailers. 
• A professional culture and supportive work environment

Why work for Affinity? 

Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It isn’t just about what we do for children, it’s about what we do for our team, too. Affinity allows our people to shine – so we can deliver the best in early education!

Our Safety Commitment 

At Affinity, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity.  We are committed to upholding the safety, rights and wellbeing of all children and promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. Our Safety Commitment also prioritises the safety, rights, and wellbeing of our employees and their families.