Job title : Enterprise Architect Integration
Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline : September 08, 2025
Overview
Purpose of the Role describes the responsibilities and purpose of the position within the organization.
Purpose of the Role
The IM Enterprise Architect – Integration will define and govern the enterprise integration architecture across IT and OT environments (cloud and on-premises). This role ensures architectural alignment with business objectives, cost optimisation, risk mitigation, and sustainability goals.
The role is key to enabling scalable, secure, and cost-efficient integration strategies that support digital transformation and operational improvement in a complex industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities
Safety
- Consistently promote and embed health and safety principles.
- Personally champion a zero-harm culture.
Performance & Delivery
Develop and maintain enterprise integration strategy, framework, standards, and roadmaps.Drive the enterprise architecture (EA) practice as an internal management consultancy.Define and enforce architecture guardrails and reference patterns.Evaluate and standardise integration technologies to support innovation and efficiency.Lead cloud and hybrid integration strategies.Analyse and optimise integration costs.Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory requirements.Collaborate with business leaders, the CIO, IT, and security functions.Drive change management and technology adoption across the organisation.Provide technical guidance to infrastructure, application, and data teams.Stay informed on emerging technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate.People & Culture
Promote a high-performing, purpose-driven, and inclusive culture.Encourage continuous improvement and collaboration.Compliance
Ensure adherence to internal policies, industry regulations, and external compliance requirements.Role Relationships
Direct Reports : NoneKey Internal Relationships
Head of IMEnterprise & Business Applications TeamsBusiness Unit Leaders (Finance, Operations, HR, Supply Chain)IT Infrastructure & Security TeamsData & Analytics TeamsGovernance, Risk & Compliance teamsDigital Transformation stakeholdersKey External Relationships
Enterprise & Business Application VendorsCloud & Data Platform ProvidersIndustry RegulatorsSystem Integrators and Consulting PartnersCapabilities and Experience
Required : Mental Processing Ability
Level of Work II : Diagnosing and improving operational processes through data analysis and decision-making.
Qualifications
Required : Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, engineering, system analysis, or equivalent experience.Desirable : Master's degree in a related field.Certifications
Required : Enterprise Architecture frameworks; valid EB / Code 08 driver’s licence.Desirable : Cloud architecture, IT governance and security certifications.Experience
5–7 years in : Integration architecture, cloud architecture, or digital transformation.Leading cross-functional teams during cloud migrations.Infrastructure modernisation and automation in large enterprises.Vendor and contract management.Navigating regulatory compliance, particularly in data security and privacy.Mining or similar industrial sector experience preferred.Technical Knowledge
Strong expertise in APIs, middleware, and system integration technologies.Cloud computing, data governance, and data platform design.Microservices, DevOps, CI / CD, streaming / event-driven architecture.Data modeling, data lakes, and data warehousing technologies.Knowledge of integration security best practices and privacy regulations.Technical Skills
Enterprise integration across IT / OT environments.Advanced skills in cloud platforms and data governance.Developing capabilities in AI / ML and analytics platforms.Social and Process Skills
Strong self-awareness and emotional intelligence.Collaborative and persistent in applying expertise to achieve impact.Other Requirements
Valid medical certificate of fitness.Flexibility for ad hoc travel requirements.#J-18808-Ljbffr