Manager, IT Applications

About the Company: We have been planning for massive company growth, and it starts NOW!! The 2025 year sees the business expand its IT workforce and we are seeking a qualified and highly experienced Applications Manager with strong strategic IT Planning experience to join our Para Hills West Head Office. The Applications Manager is responsible for overseeing, developing, and optimising key business applications, including ERP, BI, and custom-developed software. The role ensures systems are reliable, scalable, and aligned with business needs, while also contributing to strategic IT planning. This position combines hands-on expertise with strategic leadership, working closely with the General Manager – IT to drive application improvements and support business outcomes. Liebherr-Australia’s experience, knowledge, and dedication to the highest quality and most reliable technology, makes us a respected leader and a trustworthy partner to industry. We sell and service earthmoving machinery, mining equipment, mobile cranes, tower cranes, maritime cranes as well as foundation and piling equipment throughout Australia and New Zealand. Are you ready to join the Liebherr family? About the Role: Reporting to the General Manager-IT, you will be responsible for overseeing, developing, and optimising key business applications, including ERP, BI, and custom-developed software. The role ensures systems are reliable, scalable, and aligned with business needs, while also contributing to strategic IT planning. The business prides itself on safe, efficient and compliant execution of work and we reward staff through a positive work life balance and those who want additional overtime opportunities, you will be paid at full penalty rates and through company training programs achieve a higher pay rate. You will also have access to Bonus and Purchase Leave and early access to Long Service Leave after 5 years. Corporate Health Insurance discounts, Novated Leases and access to the more Employee Discount benefits also apply for Great Savings. Skills and Duties: With an immediate start available, you will be required to:

• Own the end-to-end performance, reliability, and usability of key business applications to ensure they are fit-for-purpose and aligned with current and future business needs.
• Contribute technical oversight and guidance in projects and problem-solving, especially where deep understanding of ERP, BI, or software development is required.
• Manage or oversee delivery of major application changes, upgrades, and system integrations, ensuring value to the business.
• Identify and implement opportunities to optimise existing applications and business processes through automation, configuration, or new technologies.
• Maintain close working relationships with key departments to ensure systems are aligned with operational needs and strategic goals.
• Implement and maintain application governance frameworks, including access controls, licensing, data privacy, and audit readiness.
• Provide direction and support to internal staff and third-party vendors involved in application development and support.
• Work closely with the General Manager – IT to define and execute the applications strategy in line with the broader IT and business strategy.
• Have a strong commitment to safe work environment and continuous improvement
• Be a self-starter and able to work both autonomously and as part of a team.

Essential Requirements:

• Degree qualifications in Information Technology
• Current driver’s licence (C class minimum).

Desirable Requirements:

• ITIL Foundation
• Agile or Scrum certification
• BI platform certifications
• Cloud platform certifications
• DevOps or Software Development certifications

And most importantly … demonstrate a commitment to workplace safety and the safety of your co-workers! Those candidates successful in progressing past interview stage will be required to undergo a Pre-employment process including National Police Clearance and Medical Screening which includes drug and alcohol testing. Our OfferDiversity and Inclusion: Diversity and inclusion sit at the heart of the Liebherr Group’s Core Values. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the communities in which we live, work and operate. Our culture thrives on mutual respect, teamwork and diversity of thought in the workplace. Culture: We are dedicated to seeing our employees work together in an environment that fosters the true meaning of collaboration; a culture that creates the highest quality, cutting-edge products, long-lasting relationships, and improved organisational and individual capabilities. We aim to give our employees an opportunity to grow and develop their careers. Benefits: Paid Parental Leave | Bonus Leave | Purchase Leave | Early Access to LSL Corporate Health Insurance | Novated Lease | Travel Club Liebherr One Hub – Employee Discount Portal for Great Savings Soft skills and Leadership training programs How to Apply:How To Apply If you are proactive and want to join an established and well-regarded Global manufacturing business, apply online via the appropriate link below including a cover letter. Enquires to Anita Aquilina – Talent Acquistion SpecialistApplications close COB: 11th August 2025 Liebherr advises that interviews and welding assessments may commence before the closing date and we would like to thank you for submitting your application. No agencies or third parties please. Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Anita Aquilina. One Passion. Many Opportunities.The Company Liebherr-Australia Pty Ltd is part of the Liebherr Group, which employs nearly 50,000 people, in more than 140 companies and 50 countries on every continent. Liebherr's decades of experience, knowledge, and dedication to the highest quality and most reliable technologies makes Liebherr a respected leader and a trustworthy partner to industry. Liebherr-Australia is responsible for selling and servicing earthmoving machines, mining machines, mobile cranes, tower cranes, maritime cranes as well as deep foundation machines throughout Australia and New Zealand. Though the company's 20 hectare Head Office Complex is based in Adelaide, Australia, the commitment to, and support of, New Zealand customers is unwavering. Location Liebherr-Australia Pty. Ltd. 1 Dr Willi Liebherr Drive 5096 Adelaide Australia (AU) Contact Anita Aquilina anita.aquilina@liebherr.com