Management (Information & Communication Technology) Racing Australia is the peak body for Thoroughbred racing in Australia.
Established in 2016 following the merger of the Australian Racing Board and Racing Information Services Australia and owned by the 8 state and territory based Principal Racing Authorities (PRA).
Racing Australia is responsible for the operation of the information services business to service the Australian horse racing industry and other users of horse Racing Materials.
This includes: a consolidated national uniform and standard system for the collection, processing, storage, dissemination and protection of Racing Materials; establishing and maintaining participation in such a consolidated national uniform and standard Racing Materials system by the Principal Racing Authorities and all others integral to the successful conduct of such system; developing procedures to maximise the integrity, and minimise duplication and data cleansing costs, with respect to all Racing Materials collected, processed and disseminated in the conduct of such system; adopting, administering and altering the Australian Rules of Racing and the Rules of the Australian Stud Book; ensuring the integrity of Thoroughbred breeding in Australia including by maintaining the officially published records of Thoroughbred bloodlines in Australia in the form of the Australian Stud Book complemented by the Australian Rules of Racing; maintaining information regarding the ownership and identity of Thoroughbred racehorses for racing in Australia and for export including by acting as the Registrar of Racehorses complemented by the Australian Rules of Racing; Based in our Melbourne office, Racing Australia is looking for a senior Business Systems Manager who will assume responsibility for the development and delivery of the day-to-day operation of Racing Australia's Infrastructure and Software.
Reporting to the CEO, this role is key to the successful operations of a bespoke technology stack that ensures the seamless operations of the Racing industry across Australia, 24/7, 365 days a year.
Broadly, the role is a systems development and operational position that will include team and stakeholder management, assessment of current and desired systems, analysis and management of current and future provision of numerous IT functions for a demanding user base.
This will include some of the most business-critical systems, including the Single National System (SNS) platform, which is an in-house developed platform.
Key responsibilities The role will assume responsibility for the ongoing development and day-to-day operation of Racing Australia's Infrastructure and applications.
Including: Setting objectives and strategies for the IT department and ensuring these align with the strategic objectives of the business.
Selecting and implementing suitable technology to streamline all internal operations and help optimise their strategic benefits.
Management of systems development for all bespoke systems and platforms to improve customer experience.
Planning the implementation of new systems and provide guidance to IT professionals and other staff within the organisation.
Key participant in defining the product roadmap for SNS/Owners Portal in consultation with the PRAs.
Managing the governance framework for systems development.
Manage and review all IT related software support agreements.
Oversee purchases of capital equipment and software and establish partnerships with IT providers.
Oversee the on-premise networks, systems and technological infrastructure across the organisation to ensure optimal performance.
Plan, direct, resource and organise all IT-related projects.
Monitor changes or advancements in technology to discover ways the company can gain and maintain competitive advantage.
Analyse the cost, value and risks of technology to advise management and suggest actions.
You will: be a strategic thinker and problem solver.
be able to lead and engage technical project teams with diverse skills and responsibilities, over a variety of system hardware and software platforms.
manage multiple stakeholders, both internal and external, with competing/confidential priorities.
be able to convey technical information in everyday language to non-IT staff.
have strong Project and Change Management skills and methodologies.
have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
have strong people leadership and management skills and experience with a "Can do" attitude.
have effective communication skills with the ability to convey ideas and manage expectations in a calm and approachable manner.
be able to advocate and persuade at board, management, and staff levels as well as knowing when to concede.
be able to work collaboratively whilst also being able to manage competing demands.
be able to commit to and achieve deadlines.
What's On Offer Competitive salary package and benefits including free car parking A pivotal role in driving technological transformation within a hands-on environment The opportunity to work closely with a dedicated group of senior leaders Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter outlining their suitability for the role to Racing Australia is an equal opportunity employer.
This is a full time position based in Melbourne at our Flemington offices and cannot be performed remotely.
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