Supervisor Applications Support

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Ok Tedi Mining Limited operates the longest running, world-class, open-pit, copper, gold and silver mine in Papua New Guinea. As a 100% owned PNG company, we focus on responsibly generating profits to provide continuing benefits to the people of Papua New Guinea. We acknowledge that our talented and motivated people are key to safe and profitable operations and we have a proud record of developing and providing excellent career opportunities for Papua New Guineans.

SUPERVISOR APPLICATIONS SUPPORT

Reference: 20006551

Based in Port Moresby and reporting to the Superintendent T&I Service Delivery, you will be responsible for leading, organising and supervising the T&I Applications team.

Your role will involve:

• Demonstrating effective technical leadership to the applications support team;
• Managing and implementing short and long-term plans designed to develop and maintain updated computer applications;
• Providing leadership and hands-on application support, not limited to, enterprise systems, cloud SaaS and in-house developed could applications;
• Giving specialist technical advice and assistance to the Manager T&I on the planning and preparation of technical specifications for application requirements;
• Mentoring staff within the section to develop their knowledge of software development frameworks to automate manual tasks;
• Assisting in formulating new and maintaining company Information technology policies to ensure that the company meets its legal obligations when setting up information systems;
• Developing and maintaining operational resource plans, schedules and coordinate daily teamwork plans;
• Liaising with Hardware, Software and external vendors on development, maintenance and support contracts;
• Ensuring all development work has been formally documented in functional and technical specifications and stored within our CMDB;
• Updating Superintendent Service Delivery on incidents, requests, team projects and initiatives;
• Promoting and upholding The Ok Tedi Values as part of the T&I management team; and
• Assisting in shaping the appropriate culture across the T&I Department and in translating the strategic intent of the Organization into the strategies, goals and objectives of the T&I Department.

To be considered, you must possess the following: 

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or in Commercial Computing or equivalent;

• At least 5 years of work experience in the mining or heavy industry sector coupled with 5 -7 years in a leadership or managerial role;
• Possess experience in cloud-based application development and deployment such as Power BI, Power Apps & Azure;
• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile, Scrum and project management tools;
• Excellent organizational abilities, with a strong analytical mindset and proven problem-solving skills to address challenges effectively;
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and guide teams towards achieving project and organizational goals;
• Proven experience in leading and overseeing a team of developers within agile software development environments, ensuring high-quality deliverables;
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, fostering collaboration and teamwork in dynamic, multi-disciplinary environments;
• Highly organized with the capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, thriving in fast-paced settings without compromising on quality;
• Shows adaptability and a willingness to learn and embrace new technologies and methodologies to meet the evolving needs of the organization; and
• Dedicated to upholding company values and contributing to a positive, inclusive, and productive work culture.

This is a Port Moresby based residential role and requires commitment to our values of Safety, Environment, Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, Performance and Sustainability. If this role appeals to you, please apply on-line by Tuesday, 10th September 2024.

OTML is committed to increasing the representation of women with our organisation.

Females are strongly encouraged to apply.