Executive Director, Technology, National Facilities & Collections

The Company is seeking an Executive Director for Technology, National Facilities, and Collections. This pivotal role is to lead a sector that encompasses advanced technologies, world-class infrastructure, and unique national collections, all with the aim of driving discovery and innovation from the ocean floor to deep space. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that these capabilities are strategically aligned, effectively governed, and delivering significant impact both nationally and internationally.

As the leader of this diverse and critical portfolio, the Executive Director will be expected to have a robust background in translating technology, infrastructure, or research capability into real-world solutions, as well as the ability to build influential partnerships across government, industry, and academia.



Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should be exceptional senior executives with a proven track record in leading large, complex, mission-driven organizations. The role requires a leader with deep experience in advanced technologies, world-class infrastructure, and scientific collections, particularly in the areas of AI, robotics, and quantum.

The ideal candidate will have a leadership style grounded in integrity, collaboration, and purpose, and the ability to operate at the highest levels of government, research, and innovation. Robust strategic and financial capability is essential, as is the ability to ensure that the sector's capabilities are in line with the company's strategic objectives and are delivering real-world impact.

Functions:
CEO/President

Travel %

Less than 10%

Leading scientific research organization with a national reach
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📌 Executive Director, Technology, National Facilities & Collections New South Wales
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📍 New South Wales