Russell Lockyer
Project / ICT Manager
Frankston South
Summary
Experienced ICT leader with over 20 years' success delivering technology strategy, digital transformation, and operational leadership in education and not-for-profit sectors. Proven record of uplifting cybersecurity, improving service delivery, and leading high-performing teams. Adept at aligning technology to organisational strategy, managing complex projects, and enabling innovation through strong governance and stakeholder engagement. Professional with robust background in directing and managing large-scale operations, consistently driving success through strategic planning and execution. Adept at implementing innovative solutions that enhance productivity and operational effectiveness. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to evolving business needs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Director of ICT (Interim)
Peninsula Grammar School
01.2024 - Current
- Lead ICT operations for a team of 10, reporting to the Principal and COO.
- Oversaw Service Desk performance, SLAs and KPIs.
- Led the school’s journey to Essentials 8 Maturity Level 2, with implementation set for December 2024.
- Managed major ICT projects including SAN and firewall refresh, student/staff device upgrades, and a campus-wide print solution redesign.
- Conducted vendor reviews, procurement, and evaluation processes.
- Introduced a formal Change Management framework and ran the Change Management Board.
- Rewrote ICT and cybersecurity policies; developed a skills matrix and delivered updated ICT role descriptions.
- Key Achievements:
- Delivered cost savings including $30,000 p.a. on printing.
- Increased team morale and engagement through inclusive leadership.
- Introduced hyperconverged infrastructure to future-proof data resilience.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
Director – Technical Program & Service Delivery
Icon Support (formerly TTGroup)
01.2009 - 01.2024
- Managed IT strategy, support and projects for multiple Catholic primary schools under MACS.
- Delivered long-term ICT roadmaps, budget planning, and change management.
- Led infrastructure upgrades, implemented cloud-based backups, and improved remote support capability.
- Supervised and mentored technical engineers across schools.
- Client Schools Included: St Michael's Ashburton, Our Lady's Camberwell, St Thomas Blackburn, St Kevin’s Ormond, and more.
- Key Achievements:
- Created scalable systems with minimal downtime.
- Successfully managed diverse projects across complex stakeholder groups.
Business Systems Design & Admin Manager
Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne
01.2008 - 12.2008
Technical Project Delivery Manager
BP Oil International
Active Directory Architect – Core Services
BP Oil International
Education
HND - Computer Science
University of Hertfordshire
04.2001 - 01.1995
Skills
- ICT Strategy & Governance
- Cybersecurity & Risk Management
- Infrastructure & Cloud Modernisation
- Project & Program Delivery
- Budgeting
- Procurement
- Cost Optimisation
Project management
Operations management
Team management
Certification
ITIL 4 Foundation, 01/01/24
Volunteering And Leadership
Scouts Victoria, State Commissioner and Member of the State Scout Council, Chairman, Bay Park Scout Camp (90-acre site in Mount Martha), Over 10 years of leadership in youth and adult development, governance, and event management.
Timeline
Director of ICT (Interim)
Peninsula Grammar School
01.2024 - Current
Director – Technical Program & Service Delivery
Icon Support (formerly TTGroup)
01.2009 - 01.2024
Business Systems Design & Admin Manager
Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne
01.2008 - 12.2008
HND - Computer Science
University of Hertfordshire
04.2001 - 01.1995
Active Directory Architect – Core Services
BP Oil International
Technical Project Delivery Manager
BP Oil International
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