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  • Posted: Jul 10, 2025
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • Our Business Philosophy Pollock and Associates, executive talent acquisition specialists, are experts in connecting South Africa’s brightest middle and executive management talent with the country’s most prominent employers. With over 116 years of combined recruitment expertise, our comprehensive knowledge of recruitment and the industries in which we o...
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    Head of Technical Operations

    Job Description

    • Join a fast-growing technology leader revolutionising mining supply chains across Southern Africa.
    • As Head of Technical Operations, you will drive the technical vision and lead the delivery of robust, scalable, and secure supply chain technologies — both software and hardware.
    • You’ll oversee four critical functions: Software Development, AI & Automation, IT Infrastructure & Security, and R&D, each led by expert Department Heads.
    • This role demands a strategic leader who thrives on innovation, excels at managing multi-disciplinary teams, and is passionate about transforming complex industrial environments.
    • You’ll play a key part in shaping future-ready solutions that deliver real commercial value to clients in a high-stakes, asset-heavy sector.

    Experience

    • 10–15 years in progressive technical roles within technology-driven industries.
    • 5–7 years in senior technology leadership (e.g., CTO, VP Engineering).
    • Proven success managing cross-functional teams in complex environments.
    • Strong preference for mining, supply chain, logistics, or heavy industry exposure.

    Technical Skills

    • Full-stack software and cloud-native architecture expertise.
    • Experience in AI/ML deployment, automation, and predictive analytics.
    • Knowledge of IoT/embedded systems and industrial hardware.
    • Advanced IT infrastructure and cybersecurity capabilities.
    • R&D leadership from concept to commercialisation.

    Preferred Skills

    • Master’s degree (MBA or MSc) and certifications in AI, cloud, or cybersecurity.
    • In-depth knowledge of Southern Africa’s mining and logistics sectors.
    • Familiarity with regulatory and operational challenges in heavy industries.

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    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Pollock & Associates on pollockassociates.co.za to apply

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