Head of Data Engineering
Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.
Full time / Permanent
Flexible
Closing date: 28 April
Who we are:
We’re not just talking about making a
difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power
and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage,
we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon
removals.
You’ll be joining our teams of practical
doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon,
lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet
for generations to come.
About the role
As Head of Data Engineering, you will
support Drax’s strategic objectives by developing a high-performing team to
deliver cutting-edge data engineering solutions, with the capability to
leverage data inside and outside of Drax to drive business growth, lower costs
and reduce risk. You will work closely with members of the Executive Committee
(ExCom), Drax Leadership Team (DLT) and departmental heads to discover and
prioritise data needs against the Group’s strategic priorities.
In this role, you will:
- Provide a secure, reliable platform for hosting and delivering Data Science, Automation, and Analytic products to stakeholders.
- Build a diverse and inclusive team of employees and contractors, scaling according to demand to deliver strategic data priorities across the Group
- Build trusted relationships with stakeholders
- Communicate complex subjects in a clear and intelligible manner to non-experts, up to and including ExCom, Government and client C-suite
- Remain up to date with emerging technologies and implement costed, risk-assessed recommendations.
Manage a team of ~20, rising to ~40 individuals, with a mixture of permanent staff, contractors and nearshore partners.
Who we’re looking for:
To be successful in this role
you’ll ideally have substantial experience of being in a role responsible for
and directing a delivery portfolio and the ability to demonstrate success in
this leadership role in a FTSE 250 size organisation.
To be successful in this role
you’ll ideally have:
- Proven leadership experience in building and developing high-performing teams in a dynamic environment with experience coaching and developing individuals
- A strong technical background in data engineering, with knowledge of data science and data visualisation techniques.
- Experience delivering data products into a business from concept, funding, through to successful production operation.
- Strong knowledge of the energy industry (e.g. trading, utilities, power systems etc.); renewable technologies; national and international policy to achieve net-zero
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to analyse cost/benefit opportunities.
- In-depth subject matter expert on project management responsibility and ownership, specifically planning & controls
Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders, including ExCom / C-level executives.
Rewards and benefits:
As you help us to shape the
future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support
your lifestyle. If successful
in this role you’ll get:
- A discretionary bonus depending on company performance
- Private Healthcare with Vitality
- SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme (Currently available yearly)
- Personal accident cover
- Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%
- Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays
- Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body
We’re committed to making a tangible
impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual
purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that
shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape
your career and a future for generations to come.
Together, we make it happen.
At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an
environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their
role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the
communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes.
Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to
contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out
more about our approach here.
Talk to us about flexible working!
How to apply:
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additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat
to discuss the role in more detail, please email
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roles early when the role and / or location has had sufficient applications.
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