Join Exxaro Resources at the ConneXXion in Centurion as a Senior Solution Architect specialising in ERP and Data Integration. In this one-year contract role, you will lead the design and development of business process architecture that aligns with the company's strategic objectives. You will translate complex business requirements into innovative architectural solutions across physical asset management, operational technology, and ICT systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize ICT architecture, ensure compliance with governance standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to influence solution lifecycles and build strong stakeholder relationships within a culture that promotes creativity, agility, inclusivity, and safety. Exxaro Resources is a leading South African resource company committed to innovation and growth, offering a dynamic environment for career advancement and impactful technology leadership.
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science or a relevant field (Essential/Minimum)
- 8 years of experience in Information and Communication Technology, solution design, and delivery (Essential/Minimum)
- Experience in optimising business processes within a mining environment using technology (Essential/Minimum)
- Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF) Certification (Essential/Minimum)
- Zachman Framework Certification (Essential/Minimum)
- ITIL Foundation Certification (Recommended/Desirable)
- Azure Solutions Proficiency (Recommended/Desirable)
- COBIT 5 Foundation Certification (Recommended/Desirable)
- Strong capabilities in project life cycle management, architecture design, and lifecycle planning for systems
- Excellent communication and decision-making skills to foster effective client and stakeholder relationships
- Psychometric Assessment (Essential/Minimum) (To be conducted by Exxaro)
- Certificate of Fitness (Essential/Minimum) (To be conducted by Exxaro)
- Design, develop, and maintain the business process architecture to ensure alignment with business processes.
- Lead the conversion of business requirements into architectural designs, covering physical asset management, operational technology solutions, and ICT systems.
- Serve as a solution expert, offering guidance and facilitating decision-making throughout the design and delivery process.
- Collaborate with Information Management on technology and product trends to optimize ICT architecture and solutions.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system and process efficiencies.
- Ensure compliance with IM governance standards, statutory and legal requirements, and analyse potential process or risk impacts.
- Build strategic partnerships and maintain effective client and stakeholder relationships for cross-functional service delivery.
- Translate project requirements into architecture designs and validate solutions for quality, adherence to standards, and functional requirements.
- Promote a safe and healthy work environment by complying with SHEC policies and encouraging a culture focused on safety.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive culture that values creativity, agility, and accountability, meeting diverse organisational needs.
