Senior Applications Architect

We are seeking a Senior Applications Architect and IBM Maximo specialist to lead the strategic evolution of Toronto Water’s Enterprise Asset Management system. This role involves collaborating with business users to review existing practices and identify opportunities to leverage IBM MAS SaaS functionality to improve ROI. You will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive roadmap to enhance the product beyond its current Minimum Viable Solution (MVS), aligning technology with Toronto Water’s Strategic Plan, Asset Management Strategy, and Reliability Program Improvement Plan.

Pay Rate: $59.29-$103.98/hr

Advantages
- High-Level Strategy: Move beyond simple maintenance to influence long-term asset management compliance and reliability engineering.

- Cutting-Edge Tech: Gain hands-on leadership experience with the latest IBM MAS SaaS (v8+) and App Point license models.

- Complex Integrations: Work on high-value integrations between Maximo and top-tier enterprise tools like SAP S/4HANA and Kronos.

- Public Service Impact: Play a pivotal role in modernizing critical infrastructure for one of North America’s largest water utilities.

Responsibilities
- Strategic Roadmap Development: Define a clear roadmap for continuous improvement, including the rollout of IBM MAS to new units like Water Metering and Field Innovation.

- Solution Architecture: Lead the full lifecycle design and implementation of IBM MAS SaaS solutions, ensuring seamless integration with enterprise systems like SAP S/4HANA, Kronos, and M5 Fleet Management.

- Reliability Engineering: Incorporate asset management best practices into Maximo configurations to enable advanced analytical methods, failure investigation, and maintenance optimization.

- Process Design: Conduct "as-is" and "to-be" process mapping using BPMN standards; evaluate workflows, roles, and integration strategies to bridge functional gaps.

- Module Implementation: Oversee the deployment of IBM MAS modules and add-ons, including Graphical Scheduler, Condition Monitoring (SCADA integration), and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE).

- Mobile & GIS Integration: Deploy and manage offline mobile solutions integrated with Work Management Systems, specifically utilizing geospatial and field technologies.

- Procurement & Business Case: Develop procurement strategies (RFP approach), business cases, and cost-benefit analyses for each component of the proposed roadmap.

Qualifications
- IBM Maximo Mastery: 10+ years of hands-on experience with IBM Maximo, supported by an accredited certification. Direct experience with MAS version 8+ (SaaS) is a significant asset.

- Work Management Expertise: 10+ years implementing Work Management/EAM/CMMS systems, specifically for large-scale integrated solutions (asset management, reliability engineering, and plant maintenance).

- Roadmap & Strategy: 5+ years of experience delivering technical strategy frameworks, design decision documents, and high-level roadmap documentation.

- Technical Breadth: 5+ years implementing specific IBM MAS modules (Material Management, Graphical Scheduler, etc.) and integrating them with SCADA or other IoT systems.

- Mobile/GIS: Extensive experience with offline mobile solutions and GIS-based platforms (e.g., Trimble Unity).

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

- Preferred Experience: Knowledge of Water Utilities, Water Meter/Billing systems, and PMP certification are highly desirable.

Summary
If you're interested in the Applications Architect - Senior role based in Toronto, we encourage you to apply online at www.randstad.ca.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted for the next steps. We look forward to hearing from you!

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