Operational Technology Lead
Alloa
Permanent
Excellent salary & company benefits
Nine Twenty are supporting our Global Drinks Manufacturing client in their need for an Operational Technology Lead to join their large Maturation site.
You will be part of a business who are undergoing significant investment during a period of modernisation and sustainability whilst being part of a rewarding & inclusive culture.
You will join a business who are dedicated at staying ahead of the curve, embracing technological advancements, and improving their environmental practices whilst valuing the talent progression, growth & development of their employee's, having a motivating and fulfilling working environment.
You will be part of a transformation journey towards digitalisation and automation working closely with Engineering & Operations - you will help advance the strategy for Maturation, improving processes and production through innovative OT solutions.
You will help shape the future of their Maturation Operational Technology and you must be able to articulate communications to effect change Operational Technology community.
In this role, you will bring a strong understanding of the OT environment, including systems, software, and plant operations, supported by experience in a controls environment. You will have the ability to manage projects effectively while driving improvements in control systems. Strong stakeholder management skills and a strategic mindset are essential, as you will be responsible for developing and implementing an OT strategy. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to shape the role, embedding a culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organisation.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and execution of the OT strategy at the site level
- Drive the digitalisation and automation agenda for site operations
- Oversee Management of Change processes within OT systems
- Handle Industrial Data Models and support capital projects
- Lead Cyber Security Lifecycle Management following IEC 62443 standards
- Oversee third-party support contracts and secure remote access
- Provide continuous threat detection and incident response technical support
- Ensure the integrity of OT Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plans
- Collaborate with site management teams on OT standard processes
- Support the integration of SMART Factory Industry 4.0 initiatives
You will have:
- Process Control Systems Engineering and Automation expertise
- Proficiency in SCADA, PLC, HMI, and Industrial Networks
- Experience in Industry 4.0 and IIOT technologies
- Experience with Cyber Security methodologies (IEC 62443) and Engineering Safety Systems (IEC 61508)
- Strong understanding of IT/OT Networking
Interested?
Please contact Caroline Strachan or apply directly and I will be in touch!
cstrachan@weareninetwenty.com
07825 450 978