Head of IT Operations

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Head of IT Operations

Would you like to be given the opportunity to work with one of the biggest shipbuilders in the UK? We currently have a vacancy for a Head of IT Operations at our site in Scotstoun.

As a Head of IT Operations, you will be working on cutting edge products on large and complex projects with a high volume of staff, over multiple sites.

This role oversees the delivery of the IM&T strategy with successful IM&T programmes that will help and support the business to achieve its objectives. The successful candidate will have the chance to shape the future of the IM&T department going forward.

Your main responsibilities as a Head of IT Operations will involve:

Managing the programme of work autonomously to achieve the defined IM&T strategy for Naval Ships

Ensure

-Achieving compliance with the Operational Framework for all of Naval Ships

-Ensuring that the IM&T programme delivery is managed in accordance with the customer and business needs,

-Coordinating with all functions, alongside all internal and external stakeholders and IT providers

-Providing IM&T advice and guidance as required by the executives and their teams

Your skills and qualifications:

Essential

-Expert in the management of major IM&T projects, IM&T Governance within a commercial environment and familiar with manufacturing processes best practice

-Ability to provide clear direction in a highly complex environment

-Experience of information security and risk management

-Involvement with both IT and Business Change project delivery

Desirable

-Previous team management and leadership experience

-Demonstrable experience of delivering full lifecycle projects of a budget of £5m or greater

-Knowledge of governance frameworks and best practice - (COBIT, ISF, ITIL)

-Prince2 Practitioner, ISEB and/or MSP certification preferable

What we're looking for in you:

The successful candidate will have the ability to engage with the business effectively, as well as identifying solutions and opportunities for innovation. You will be driven, delivery focused and willing to be 'hands-on' with strong leadership, negotiation and influencing skills.

Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 per annum

Location: Scotstoun

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

Maritime Naval Ships

We design and build a full range of naval ships, giving customers the capability to fulfil extensive naval operations. We also develop and integrate state of the art combat systems for the surface fleet, equipping customers with the best possible information to operate effectively in modern naval environments. We are committed to creating solutions that protect and strengthen nations, commerce, communities and people. That's work that inspires us. That's BAE Systems.

You will find we offer a wealth of career options. From offshore patrol vessels through to Type 26 Global Combat Ship and QE Class aircraft carriers, the projects you'll be involved with are exciting and challenging and will form the backbone of the Royal Navy for decades to come.

Attracting and retaining the sharpest minds is essential for a globally competitive UK naval engineering business. Our aim is to recruit the very best talent and we welcome applications from a diverse range of people, from all backgrounds, with many different skills, experience and perspectives. We offer the flexibility you need to do what's important to you, whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or simply the ability to flex your start and stop times. Where practical, we'll support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your full potential. Talk to us about Smart Working.

BAE Systems welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Inspiring Work, Inspiring People