Head Of Infrastructure

• €110k - €120k + benefits (bonus, health, pension)
• North Dublin location - hybrid working
• Large enterprise multi site environment

Our client is a leading manufacturer in North Dublin, committed to excellence in production and innovation with a strong global presence. 

The business are seeking a Head of Infrastructure to lead their IT infrastructure team. The successful candidate will manage a team of five, including remote team members, and will be responsible for overseeing the company’s IT infrastructure, continuous service improvement, and change management processes. This role requires a candidate with a broad skill set in IT infrastructure, including O365, and ideally a proven track record in a large multi-site environment.

• Leadership & Management:

  • Lead and manage a team of 5 IT professionals, including remote team members.
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
  • Mentor and develop team members to enhance their skills and career progression.

• IT Infrastructure Management:

  • Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the company’s IT infrastructure.
  • Ensure the reliability, security, and efficiency of IT systems and services.
  • Manage server environments, network infrastructure, and cloud services, particularly O365.

• Continuous Service Improvement:

  • Implement and manage continuous service improvement initiatives.
  • Identify areas for improvement and drive projects to enhance IT service delivery.
  • Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure service performance.

• Change Management:

  • Own and manage the IT change management process.
  • Ensure all changes are well-documented, reviewed, and implemented with minimal disruption.
  • Communicate changes effectively to all stakeholders.

• Strategic Planning & Execution:

  • Develop and execute IT infrastructure strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Collaborate with other departments to understand and address their IT needs.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

• Experience:
  • • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in IT infrastructure management.
    • Proven experience in a large manufacturing company or multi-site environment is highly desirable.
    • Ideally a technical background covering on-prem systems, networks, security and the Microsoft eco system

• Skills:

  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Proficiency in IT infrastructure technologies (servers, networks, cloud computing).
  • Strong understanding of IT service management (ITSM) and continuous service improvement methodologies.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Bonus Points:

  • Experience in managing IT infrastructure for a manufacturing company or similar
  • Familiarity with industry-specific software and technologies.
  • Experience with automation and integration technologies

A fantastic opportunity awaits for an industry leader here to join a fantastic business with an enjoyable culture, great team, and a big pipeline of interesting project work to keep you busy.

Please CLICK APPLY to be considered. Please note - candidates must be already living in Ireland and have a valid working visa or EU/UK passport to be eligible