Head of IT

Job Title: Head of IT & Systems Integration – Automated Container Yard

Location: Mumbai, India (100% On-site)

Reports To: CEO – RSA India

Company: RSA Global

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned IT & Systems Integration Leader to architect, implement, and optimize the entire technology ecosystem for India's first fully automated empty container yard at JNPT. This role demands a strategic thinker and hands-on executor who can seamlessly integrate best-in-class solutions across yard management, port automation, ERP/TMS connectivity, and cutting-edge AI/computer vision capabilities.

This is a rare opportunity to lead the tech backbone of a state-of-the-art facility that will redefine container logistics in India.

Key Responsibilities

Technology Strategy & Architecture

- Define and implement the end-to-end technology roadmap for the facility.
- Select, integrate, and manage core systems, including:
- Yard Management System (YMS)
- Dock & Gate Booking Systems
- Vehicle Token & Transportation Management
- Automated Crane & Handling Systems
- ERP & TMS Integration (SAP/Oracle/Microsoft Dynamics or equivalent)
- Maintenance & Repair (M&R) Modules with damage estimation tools.
- Ensure system interoperability, data consistency, and process automation across the stack.

Systems Integration & Vendor Coordination

- Act as the primary point of contact for all technology vendors, from contract negotiation to delivery oversight.
- Manage complex integrations between OT (Operational Technology) and IT systems, including IoT devices, PLCs, and port equipment automation.
- Oversee the successful deployment of hardware, software, and network infrastructure.

Innovation & Emerging Tech

- Explore and deploy AI/ML solutions for predictive maintenance, damage detection, and operational efficiency.
- Implement computer vision tools for automated container inspection and condition reporting.
- Drive pilot projects to trial and scale innovative port technology solutions.

Operational Readiness & Performance

- Develop and oversee testing, commissioning, and go-live plans for all systems.
- Ensure uptime, scalability, cybersecurity, and data protection compliance.
- Create dashboards and reporting tools for real-time operational visibility.

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Build and lead a small high-performance IT/OT team on-site.
- Work closely with operations, commercial, M&R, and finance teams to align tech solutions with business goals.
- Train operational staff on systems usage and best practices.

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

- 12+ years in IT leadership roles, with at least 5 years in ports, terminals, logistics, or manufacturing automation.
- Proven track record as a systems integrator managing multi-vendor technology programs.
- Experience with YMS, TOS (Terminal Operating Systems), ERP, TMS, and port automation.
- Strong understanding of OT-IT integration, industrial automation, IoT, and computer vision applications.
- Experience in large-scale technology rollouts with mission-critical uptime requirements.

Preferred:

- Exposure to AI/ML implementation in industrial settings.
- Familiarity with Indian port regulations, customs systems, and trade facilitation platforms.
- PMP/Prince2, TOGAF, or equivalent certification in project or architecture frameworks.

Key Competencies

- Strategic thinking with strong execution discipline.
- Exceptional vendor and stakeholder management skills.
- Comfort in high-pressure, time-bound project environments.
- Ability to balance legacy system integration with emerging technology adoption.
- Strong leadership and team-building capability.

Why Join Us

You will be part of a landmark project shaping the future of India's port logistics industry, with the freedom to innovate and implement world-class solutions from the ground up.

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