About the Role
As Head of Information Technology, you will set the strategic direction for Hewitt’s technology landscape, ensuring alignment with business goals across a growing global footprint. Reporting to the Group CFO, you will lead IT operations, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on delivery, supporting innovation across supply chain, production, and commercial functions. You will work closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to enhance performance, resilience, and scalability.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute IT and data strategies aligned to business goals
- Lead cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance frameworks
- Drive digital transformation and system integration initiatives
- Oversee global IT operations, infrastructure, and vendor management
- Partner with business leaders to deliver scalable, data-driven solutions and insights
About You
You are a strategic and commercially minded IT leader with experience operating in complex, multi-site environments. You bring a strong track record of delivering technology transformation and leading high-performing teams. Comfortable engaging at executive level, you translate business needs into scalable technology solutions. You are equally focused on governance, innovation, and operational excellence. Experience in agribusiness, food production, or similarly asset-intensive industries will be highly regarded.
You Will Bring
- Proven leadership experience in a fast-paced senior IT or technology roles
- Expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance
- Strong experience in digital transformation and enterprise systems delivery
- Knowledge of data governance, analytics, and integration frameworks
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and team leadership skills
Life at Hewitt
With 120 years of family ownership, Hewitt is an iconic Australian agricultural business with a deep commitment to land, livestock and community. Over the past decade, Hewitt has evolved from its livestock production origins into a global, sustainable protein producer, with premium organic and grass-fed brands stocked by leading retailers across Australia, the United States and Asia.
Guided by a vision to feed the world with a system that lasts forever, Hewitt delivers ethical, nutritious protein at global scale. Our fully integrated supply chain – spanning owned cattle stations, trusted producer partners, processing and retail – provides unmatched transparency, quality and resilience, setting Hewitt apart within the global food system.
Hewitt is a hands-on, collaborative business where being present matters. Whether in the office, on station, or in production, you’re contributing to something real: real food, real impact, real teamwork.
Join Hewitt for the Opportunity of a Lifetime
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Values-Driven Organisation – Join a company with a 120-year family heritage, a clear purpose, and a long-term focus on sustainability, animal welfare, and quality.
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Competitive Remuneration Package – We recognise and reward your contributions with a fair and transparent pay structure.
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Opportunities to grow and develop– Learn on the job, gain new skills, and progress across office, production, and farm/station roles.
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Support When You Need It – Access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional wellbeing.
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The Hewitt Experience – Shared Connections & Celebration – Our teams come together to celebrate wins and build connections. Enjoy monthly BBQs cooked with our finest meats, make-your-own wrap or sandwich, morning teas, staff sales, and Employee of the Month recognition. Whether you’re in the office, on production & warehouse sites, or working at our cattle and sheep stations, there’s always an opportunity to connect, celebrate, and enjoy being part of a tight-knit team.
What’s Next
Ready to join our team? Apply today.
In this Head of Information & Technology role, you’ll play a critical role in driving digital strategy and technology performance, partnering with senior leaders to deliver secure, scalable and data-driven solutions in a fast-paced, strategically focused environment.
Applications Close on 9 May 2026
Hewitt is committed to equal opportunity employment and to fostering a workplace that values equity, diversity, and respect. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
By applying, you acknowledge that proof of eligibility to work in Australia will be required.
We are managing this recruitment process internally and kindly request no contact from recruitment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will not be accepted.’
