Emerging Technology Manager

Job Description

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We're leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We're proud of brands, like COLORBOND steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about emerging technologies and their potential to transform business operations and productivity? Come and influence the technology direction of an iconic Australian business as our Emerging Technology Manager

Supported by a small team, lead the identification, evaluation, and implementation of emerging technology solutions across our Australian businesses, with prominent focus areas including AI and automation amongst other cutting-edge technologies.

We're at an exciting point in our technology journey where we're upskilling our workforce to best leverage emerging technology capabilities. But we recognise there's much more opportunity – you'll help us navigate what we want to achieve with an all-of-business lens.

This role can be based in Mount Waverley VIC, Mascot NSW or Port Kembla NSW.

What You'll Do

• Emerging technology leadership: maintain an emerging technology radar and provide strategic direction with horizon views aligned to business objectives and technology operating model.
• Team leadership: oversee and mentor a small high-performing innovation team dedicated to emerging technology.
• Emerging tech research & innovation trials: keep aware of emerging trends across all technology domains. Oversee research, evaluation and trial of new technologies including proof-of concepts and pilot projects.
• Innovation adoption & scaling: develop frameworks and processes to rapidly pilot and scale solutions across the enterprise – including governance to ensure technology is pursued responsibly.
• Cross-functional collaboration: engage and partner with business unit leaders, product owners, finance, and the Technology Leadership Team to verify emerging tech business application and value.
• External partnerships: build and maintain relationships with technology vendors, startups, consultancies and research institutions.
• Digital capability & education: partner with our Organisational Capability team to develop digital education programmes.

Why You'll Like This Role

• Strategic impact: shape the emerging technology direction for a major Australian company
• Innovation focus: work with cutting-edge technologies and industry leaders
• Leadership opportunity: build and lead innovation teams and communities
• Professional growth: represent the company at industry conferences and forums
• Subject matter expert: become BlueScope's recognised authority on emerging technologies, guiding strategic decisions across multiple business units

More About You

As someone with a background in translating technology opportunities into real business value within a large organisation, you can demonstrate:

• prior development and execution of technology strategy and horizon thinking
• experience taking projects from concept to full implementation
• an ability to engage with and influence senior leaders and cross functional teams
• a track record of successful change management and adoption programmes
• experience with emerging technology solutions across various domains (including AI, automation, and other innovative platforms)
• strong communication – you can explain complex technology into simpler terms
• a tertiary qualification in technology, engineering or related business-related field
• an established external network within the technology sector.

Why BlueScope

As we're creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope gives you opportunities to innovate, learn and grow with the business, supported by inclusive leadership and a positive, passionate team. At BlueScope, you'll:

• Learn and develop as you grow. With opportunities to build skills specific to your role and aspirations, our lifelong learning culture will support your future career pathways.
• Create innovative solutions. Seek better, smarter ways to solve problems, create sustainable solutions and make things happen.
• Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other's safety and wellbeing.
• Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do.

At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and welcome people of all backgrounds, skills, experiences and perspectives. We encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We're passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.

Bring your energy and make your mark, as, together, we drive Our Purpose: "We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future."

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Join us, creating strength for the future.