Head of Business Systems at Vital Energi, Lower Darwen

Head of Business Systems

Would you like to be part of Vital Energi’s Strategy of Growth?

If so, we’re looking for a talented Head of Business Systems to join our dynamic team at our Head Office in Blackburn with support to sites.

The role

Due to Vital Energi's continued growth, we require an experienced and commercially focused head of business systems to lead the organisations business applications, system development and business analysis capability. This is a key leadership role within IT, responsible for the ongoing development, optimisation and integration of core business platforms, as well as leading the delivery of new digital capabilities. The role will have particular focus on ensuring digital platforms are implemented effectively, adopted by the business and continually deliver measurable operational value.

The suitable candidate will be expected to possess strong motivational skills, with the ability to work on their own initiative.

The Company

Vital Energi is a leading provider of renewable energy infrastructure and systems to the public and private sectors. We are supporting Hospitals, Universities, New Build developments, Towns and Cities as well as Industrial and Commercial clients to decarbonise their buildings.

We have and continue to work on ground-breaking projects throughout the UK which are supporting the UK’s Net Zero targets, such as the recently announced £1 billion low-carbon infrastructure project for Westminster.

With plans to double our headcount over the coming years, supported by offices opening in new locations across the country and our strong investment pipeline, coupled with our expansion into new markets such as industrial power generation with our very own Energy-from-Waste facility, there is no better time to join the family here at Vital Energi.

A few key responsibilities

• Leading the business systems team, owning the development of the business system landscape
• Ensure business applications are aligned with organisational strategy, operational requirements and future growth
• Lead the continuous improvement of core business platforms and associated processes
• Establish appropriate governance around application ownership, change and release management
• Work closely with the IT Director to develop and maintain the overall applications and digital technology strategy

Education & Experience:

• Strong business system applications knowledge within a medium to large organisation
• Good understanding of ERP systems, particularly D365 Business Central. CRM, field service / asset management systems.
• Strong understanding of systems integration, API’s, Data Flows and application architecture
• Knowledge of data governance, data quality, information management principals
• Improve integration platform and technologies, ensuring compliance with security standards

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of business systems, digital platforms, data and analytics, and enterprise system integrations.
• Commercially aware, with the ability to align technology solutions to business objectives and develop compelling business cases for investment.
• Proven knowledge of system architecture, technical delivery, digital transformation, and business change portfolio management.
• Experience of information security, risk management, business continuity, and disaster recovery planning within complex technology environments.
• Effective leadership and people management capabilities, with experience building, developing, and retaining high-performing technical teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, able to translate business needs into technology requirements and drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and successful change delivery.

The company is opposed to all forms of discrimination and will select for employment, training and promotion on the basis of suitability for the job and/ or merit. It is company policy that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment than another on the grounds of sex, race, colour, age, ethnic or national origins, political affiliations, religious beliefs, marital status, physical disability or is disadvantaged by unjustifiable conditions or requirements.

Applicants must have the unrestricted and ongoing right to work in the UK for the duration of employment, without the need for sponsorship. Due to the nature of this role, we are unable to support visa sponsorship or employ individuals with time limited permission or conditions attached to their right to work in the UK

Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives:

Vital Energi Utilities Ltd is not accepting unsolicited CVs from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. CVs submitted to any Vital Energi Utilities Ltd employee by a third-party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Vital Energi Utilities Ltd. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.