David Banks

David Banks MBA serves as the Global Head of ICT at Thiess, leading digital and technology services initiatives across the company since March 2024. Previously, David held the role of Group Manager for Cyber Security & ICT Operations at Thiess, where oversight involved optimizing IT systems and leading cybersecurity teams. Prior experience includes various leadership positions at Anglo American from February 2008 to December 2023, where responsibilities encompassed managing large teams and IT service delivery across the Asia Pacific region. Notable roles included IM Regional Delivery Manager, where accountability was maintained for a significant annual capital expenditure budget, and IM Frontline Services Manager, focused on enhancing IM services' strategic value. Early career experience at CWT as Director of IT involved centralizing IT services and managing technology functions across Australia and New Zealand. David holds an MBA in Innovation & Leadership from the University of Canberra.