Johannesburg: Chief Technology Officer | Gauteng | Executive posted by Edgexec (Pty) Ltd

This is a pivotal executive leadership opportunity at the forefront of facilities technology and smart infrastructure. We are seeking a highly technical, commercially astute CTO to shape and lead an enterprise-wide operational technology strategy.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Chief Technology Officer will take ownership of all operational technology across a large, multi-site facilities environment. This role is responsible for building management systems, IoT ecosystems, smart building platforms, PropTech innovation, and the secure integration of OT with enterprise IT architecture.

The successful candidate will be deeply technical, capable of defining architecture, standards, and governance frameworks, while translating technology investments into measurable client value, asset optimisation, and workplace experience improvements.

Our client is a leading facilities management organisation operating at scale across commercial and corporate environments. They are known for operational excellence, innovation, and long-term client partnerships, with technology forming a critical pillar of their future growth strategy.

What Youll Do
Define and execute the operational technology strategy aligned to business growth objectives
Lead building management systems, IoT platforms, smart building integrations and PropTech innovation
Drive secure and effective integration between OT platforms and enterprise IT systems
Establish architecture standards, interoperability frameworks and vendor governance models
Oversee resilience, reliability and cybersecurity of all facilities technology systems
Translate facilities and asset data into actionable insights that enhance client experience
Build and lead a high-performing technical team
Partner with the CEO and executive team on technology-driven value creation

What You Bring
Proven experience as a CTO or senior technology executive within facilities, property, infrastructure or built environment sectors
Deep technical expertise in building systems, IoT ecosystems, BMS platforms and OT integration
Strong understanding of cybersecurity in connected OT and enterprise environments
Demonstrated ability to define enterprise architecture and technology standards
Track record of delivering measurable ROI through technology investment
Executive presence with the ability to engage at board and client level
Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking capability

What Success Looks Like
Secure, resilient and fully integrated OT ecosystems across client environments
Measurable improvement in asset performance and operational efficiency
Enhanced client experience through smart building innovation
Clear governance, standards and architecture frameworks in place
Technology investments delivering tangible business outcomes