Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Head of Information Technology to lead the Group’s IT function and support the businesses through reliable systems, strong cybersecurity, effective IT governance, and practical digital transformation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full IT function, including infrastructure, networks, ERP and business applications, cybersecurity, IT budgeting, vendor management, and team leadership. The role will also support the Company’s automation and Artificial Intelligence initiatives, particularly where technology can improve manufacturing efficiency, reporting, decision-making, and overall business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Company’s IT strategy in line with business objectives.

• Lead, manage, and develop the IT team.

• Prepare and manage the IT budget, technology spending, and cost controls.

• Oversee IT infrastructure, networks, servers, cloud services, data storage, telecommunications, and end-user support.

• Ensure the reliability, availability, and security of all IT systems and business applications.

• Manage ERP systems and other enterprise platforms supporting finance, HR, procurement, sales, production, inventory, and operations.

• Lead cybersecurity, data protection, disaster recovery, and business continuity initiatives.

• Manage IT vendors, service providers, software licensing, contracts, and technology procurement.

• Develop and implement IT policies, procedures, governance standards, and compliance controls.

• Lead IT projects and system upgrades, ensuring delivery within approved timelines and budgets.

• Work with business leaders to identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, system integration, and better use of data.

• Support the evaluation and implementation of AI-based solutions where they create practical business value, including in manufacturing, maintenance, quality, supply chain, reporting, and decision support.

• Ensure that automation and AI initiatives are properly integrated with existing systems, secure, scalable, and aligned with business needs.

• Keep management informed of technology risks, opportunities, and recommended improvements.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.

• Relevant certifications will be an advantage.

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in IT, including at least 5 years in a senior IT leadership role.

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is strongly preferred.

• Strong experience managing IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, ERP systems, enterprise applications, and multi-site IT operations.

• Proven experience managing IT budgets, vendors, technology projects, and internal IT teams.

• Good understanding of manufacturing systems, industrial automation, data integration, and digital transformation.

• Practical exposure to AI, analytics, automation, or Industry 4.0 initiatives in a business or industrial setting will be an advantage.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to work closely with senior management and department heads.

Key Competencies

• IT leadership and governance

• Business and commercial understanding

• Cybersecurity and risk management

• ERP and enterprise systems knowledge

• Infrastructure and operations management

• Budget and vendor management

• Automation and digital transformation

• Practical understanding of AI applications

• Project and change management

• Team leadership

• Strong communication and stakeholder management