1x Senior Executive Service (SES) three-year Fixed term Full-Time opportunity (with the possibility of extension)
Applications close Wednesday 18 November 2026 at 9.30AM
Lotterywest is seeking an exceptional technology leader with a proven track record in digital transformation, cyber security, technology operations and executive leadership to join our Executive Leadership Team as Chief Technology Officer.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for leading Lotterywest's technology strategy, enterprise systems, digital enablement and technology operations. As a key member of the Executive Team, the CTO contributes to the strategic direction and long-term success of Lotterywest while ensuring technology investments support organisational objectives, regulatory obligations, customer experience and commercial performance.
Leading a significant technology portfolio and workforce, you will be responsible for ensuring the organisation's technology ecosystem remains secure, resilient, innovative and fit for the future.
As Chief Technology Officer, you will:
- Lead the development and execution of Lotterywest's technology strategy, enterprise architecture and digital roadmap.
- Drive innovation and modernisation initiatives that support organisational performance and long-term sustainability.
- Ensure the delivery of stable, scalable and customer-focused technology services across infrastructure, applications, platforms and digital channels.
- Lead cyber security,
privacy and information management strategies to protect critical systems, customer information and organisational assets.
- Oversee technology governance, investment prioritisation and portfolio management to maximise value and benefits realisation.
- Advance data, analytics and digital capabilities to support business performance, player safety and community outcomes.
- Build strong strategic relationships across government, industry, technology vendors and the broader lottery and gaming sector.
- Foster a high-performing and inclusive culture that develops capability, innovation and accountability across Technology Services
This role offers the prospect to lead technology operations that directly support a high-profile, customer-facing organisation while enabling significant community benefit for Western Australians.
This role offers a unique opportunity to influence outcomes at a state-wide level and contribute to the delivery of meaningful social and community impact for Western Australians.
What we Offer
Being part of Australia's only government-owned lottery comes with significant responsibility and a unique sense of purpose.
At Lotterywest,
commercial success directly supports better outcomes for the Western Australian community. You will join an organisation where strong leadership, public trust and positive impact are inseparable.
Our employee benefits include:
- Purpose-led work with enterprise-wide influence
- A flexible working environment
- Four weeks annual leave, with the ability to purchase additional leave
- Additional public service holidays
- Professional and executive development opportunities
- An active employee wellbeing program
- Quarterly volunteering leave
- Access to Fitness Passport membership
- A central Subiaco location with excellent public transport access and end-of-trip facilities
Sounds like you?
- A current resume/CV and,
- A cover letter addressing the below essential selection criteria:
- Proven executive leadership of enterprise technology strategy, innovation, governance and portfolio delivery in complex organisations.
- Demonstrated ability to assure secure, resilient ICT services and manage cyber, privacy and operational risks for high-availability environments.
- Strong understanding and ability to leverage technology capabilities and vendor partnerships to enable enterprise objectives, enhance organisational performance, and realise sustainable business and commercial value
We will get in touch if you are shortlisted for this opportunity. If you would like to learn more, please reach out to Jennifer Grove on 0438 066 013 or at
[email protected]
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