Operational Technology Strategic Leader; AI & Digital Transformation

12-Month Contract (Strong Likelihood of Extension)

We are seeking an experienced Operational Technology (OT) Strategic Leader to drive the future direction of Operational Technology across a large-scale enterprise environment.

This is not an operational or day-to-day OT management role. We are looking for a visionary leader who can define strategy, identify opportunities for innovation, and elevate the OT domain through the adoption of emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, advanced analytics, and digital transformation initiatives.

The successful candidate will work closely with executive stakeholders, business leaders, and technology teams to shape and execute a long-term OT roadmap that delivers measurable business value and positions the organisation at the forefront of industrial innovation.

• Develop and execute the enterprise OT strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Drive the transformation and uplift of the OT function across people, processes, technology, and governance.
• Identify and lead AI, automation, advanced analytics, and digital innovation opportunities within OT environments.
• Define future-state OT architectures, frameworks, and operating models.
• Establish OT governance, standards, and best practices across the organisation.
• Partner with senior business and technology stakeholders to influence strategic decision-making.
• Assess emerging technologies and industry trends to enhance operational performance and resilience.
• Lead strategic programmes focused on industrial digitalisation and operational excellence.
• Build executive-level business cases and transformation roadmaps.
• Provide thought leadership across OT, Industry 4.0, AI, and digital transformation initiatives.

• 5-7+ years of experience in OT leadership, digital transformation, industrial technology, or related strategic roles.
• Proven experience developing and implementing OT strategies within complex enterprise environments.
• Strong understanding of Operational Technology ecosystems, industrial control systems, and critical infrastructure environments.
• Demonstrated experience driving AI, automation, or digital transformation initiatives.
• Ability to operate at executive and strategic levels while influencing cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience establishing governance frameworks, roadmaps, and transformation programmes.
• Strong commercial and business acumen with the ability to translate technology into business outcomes.