Manager Architecture and Innovation

About the role

Reporting to the Director Technology Strategy and Architecture, as our Manager of Architecture and Innovation, you’ll be responsible for shaping NHVR’s enterprise architecture, building future-ready technology solutions, and leading a team of architects to deliver projects that support national regulatory services.

This role is critical to driving innovation, strengthening technology governance, and making sure NHVR’s systems are adaptable, secure, and aligned with our long-term goals. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and industry partners to influence how technology supports Australia’s heavy vehicle sector.

Key responsibilities of this role are:

• Set and lead NHVR’s enterprise architecture strategy and roadmap and ensure it supports our vision, goals, and future growth.
• Guide a team of architects, building a strong and innovative culture.
• Ensure solution architecture is delivered to align to project and strategic requirements.
• Design and oversee robust technology solutions for long-term business needs that are flexible and future focused.
• Drive technology innovation and regulatory efficiency through identifying new technologies and trends that can strengthen the NHVR’s digital capability and lead initiatives from idea to concept phase.
• Engage with senior leaders, government, industry partners and influence technology decisions.
• Lead the development of architecture governance frameworks that ensure compliance with security, privacy, and regulatory requirements.
• Advocate for technology advancement in the heavy vehicle industry and contribute to shaping national regulatory technology discussions.

 About You

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• 10+ years in enterprise and solution architecture leadership.
• Strong track record leading large-scale technology initiatives.
• Skilled in stakeholder management, strategic planning, and people leadership.
• Experienced in driving innovation from idea to execution.
• Qualifications in IT, Computer Science, Business or similar highly valued.

Why join us?

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) commenced operations in 2013 as the national entity responsible for regulating all vehicles in Australia over 4.5 tonnes gross vehicle mass. The NHVR minimises the compliance burden on the heavy vehicle transport industry, reduces duplication and inconsistences across state and territory borders, and ultimately for the heavy vehicle business with government in Australia.

We are headquartered in Brisbane and employ more than 1000 people across the ACT, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria.

We offer

• A competitive salary package  
• Wellbeing programs – discounted fitness through Fitness Passport, Discount health insurance, flu vaccine, financial programs including discounted banking products, finance information sessions.
• Salary packaging options including novated lease.
• Discounted IT products including Microsoft and free family password security plan.
• Ongoing training and professional development support
• Professional membership

Application Process

Please apply with your CV and cover letter addressing the essential requirements of the role.

Applications close: 5.00pm 13 May 2025 (applications may close earlier than the listed closing date if suitable candidate/s are identified prior).

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the NHVR recruitment team on recruitment@nhvr.gov.au.

Successful applicants will be required to complete standard pre-employment checks including a national police and work rights check.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.