Head of IT
Location: Central Ireland
Salary: Very Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
The Client:
Our client is a prominent wood processing company, providing a comprehensive range of sawn softwood products, catering to construction, pallet, fencing, and packaging sectors.
The Role:
As a Head of IT, you'll lead the IT function and IS/IT strategy, ensuring optimal operations, team management, and security. This role is based in Central Ireland, with frequent travel across Ireland and the UK.
Responsibilities:
- Devise the group's IS/IT strategy and oversee necessary infrastructure and systems.
- Set IS/IT department objectives and strategies.
- Implement suitable technologies, including cloud solutions.
- Ensure comprehensive information stack security.
- Manage IT suppliers and partners.
- Oversee IT infrastructure and performance.
- Plan new solution implementations.
- Prepare an annual IT budget.
- Disaster recovery procedures and plans
- Monitor technology advancements for competitive advantage.
- Analyse IT costs, value, and risks for board recommendations.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working as Head of IT, Head of IS or in a similar role.
- Idealy have experience in a large-scale, multi-site manufacturing environment.
- IT hardware, software, and cloud solutions expertise.
- Background in IT systems design and implementation.
- Data analysis, budgeting, and business operations understanding.
- BSc/BA in IT, computer science, engineering (MSc/MA preferred)
Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
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