Introduction

Drive enterprise architecture for a national energy leader, shaping the roadmap, maturing governance and guiding high-impact decisions across Cloud, Data and OT.

What are you going to do

Set the strategic direction for enterprise architecture and ensure it aligns with business and technology priorities.
Lead and facilitate architecture forums, driving consistent standards across cloud platforms, infrastructure and data domains.
Provide strategic guidance on IT/OT alignment, security considerations and architectural assurance.
Drive cost-effective architectural choices that balance financial impacts with long-term sustainability.
Support digital uplift initiatives including cloud adoption, data modernisation, automation and IoT technology.
Coach and guide domain architects, lifting maturity and embedding strong architectural practice across the organisation.
Inform investment planning and help shape the prioritisation of major transformation initiatives.
Engage senior stakeholders and influence decision-making with well-formed recommendations and insights.

Essential skills and knowledge

Extensive background in Enterprise Architecture within complex, asset-heavy or regulated environments.
Strong capability across modern cloud ecosystems (AWS/Azure), contemporary data platforms and IT/OT integration.
Demonstrated experience steering architecture governance and aligning technology portfolios to business strategy.
Commercially astute, with the ability to balance cost optimisation, reuse and long-term architectural health.
Exceptional communicator capable of influencing senior executives and shaping strategic direction.
Relevant certifications (e.g. TOGAF, AWS Architecture, Cyber Security) highly regarded.
Experience in sectors such as utilities, energy, infrastructure or financial services is advantageous.

What we offer

12-month initial contract
Influence major transformation initiatives with executive visibility
Hybrid work environment
Salary sacrificing
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Corporate discounts

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact m.salmond@brunel.net

Closing: 11 March 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: CR-277815

MS

Corporate recruiter

Madison Salmond

+61 7 3007 7611

Contact

Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.