Rod Hutchings Profile

Rod Hutchings: Expert in Project Leadership, Digital Transformation, and Team Empowerment

With over two decades of experience, I have a proven track record in driving successful outcomes across large-scale projects, particularly in the fields of digital transformation, transition, and program management. My expertise spans financial services, telecommunications, government sectors, and more. I specialize in leading complex, multi-million-dollar programs, including outsourcing, cloud migration, and IT infrastructure transformations.

Key Offerings:

  • Strategic Program Management: Certified in PMP, Prince2, and other agile methodologies, I bring structured and methodical leadership to each project. My experience includes delivering programs worth up to $50 million and overseeing teams of up to 600 resources.
  • Transition & Transformation Leadership: As the ANZ Head of Transition and Transformation at IBM, I led $50 million worth of critical initiatives for major clients like Telstra, Westpac, and AIA. I understand how to navigate the complexities of change while ensuring business continuity and success.
  • Global Team Leadership: I have successfully managed global teams, driving complex deliverables under high pressure, while fostering team growth and mentoring high-potential talent.
  • I Always ask “Can this be Simpler?”: Focuses on continuous improvement; not satisfied with maintaining the status quo; will challenge current practices and methodologies; will identify, drive, and propose improvements.
  • Customer Focus: Focuses on achieving fair outcomes for customers; open to collaborating and partnering with others to resolve problems/issues; comfortable handling complaints and grievances.
  • Celebrate Others: Cares about and celebrates the success and achievements of others; provides open and honest feedback.
  • Remove Obstacles: Considers different methods and approaches when completing a task; will identify new and novel ways to overcome obstacles.
  • Proven Results: My work on Telstra’s largest IT Infrastructure program, which delivered $307 million in reported cost savings in its first year, is a testament to my ability to lead high-impact projects that deliver real business value.

I am confident that my technical expertise, leadership acumen, and ability to deliver tangible results will be an invaluable asset to your organisation. I look forward to bringing my skills and experience to drive your next big initiative.