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Job Description
We are the people behind Ireland's electricity grid, transforming the power system for future generations. Our purpose is to enable our society to reduce carbon emissions and meet climate change and net zero ambitions.
The Opportunity:
- Head of IT Operations for EirGrid's Chief Transformation & Technology Office, reporting directly to the Chief Transformation & Technology Officer.
- Leading a high-performing team to deliver strategic objectives, creating an engaged and motivated workforce, and exemplifying senior leadership values and behaviors.
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders and external partners to identify strategic opportunities, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Developing, implementing, and maintaining crisis management, business continuity, and disaster recovery plans.
About the Role:
- Relevant degree in Information Technology or a related field (MBA preferred).
- Seasoned IT leader with deep expertise in operations and maintenance of 24/7 mission-critical applications and tools in the utility industry.
- Experience in leading professional working relationships, managing maintenance contract delivery, and SLAs, and managing organizational change and transformation.
- Deep expertise in business continuity and crisis management processes for mission-critical business systems and tools.
- Strong strategic thinking and vision, with the ability to understand and translate business objectives into actionable outcomes.
- Excellent communication and engagement skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to lead, inspire, and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve common goals through organizational change and transformation.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances, demonstrate resilience, and be comfortable with uncertainty and ambiguity.
- Strong leader in managing budgeting, funding requirements, financial management, and identifying and mitigating risks.
- Experience working in government, public sector, or regulated industries is advantageous.
- Strong analytical skills to align programs with organizational goals and government priorities.
EirGrid is an Equal Opportunities Employer.