Head of IT

Job Title: Head of ITLocation: Southampton (On-site preferred, with some flexibility)Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 per annum

About the Role

The company are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of IT to lead a transformative journey within a fast-paced waste management business. Following the departure of a long-serving predecessor, this is a rare opportunity to reshape the IT function, drive innovation, and win the hearts and minds of a workforce ready for change.

You'll be responsible for managing a team of six, overseeing support, development, and programme delivery, while spearheading the implementation of Salesforce and Continia ERP. The business is at a critical inflection point, and your leadership will be key to shifting perceptions and unlocking the full potential of technology across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of developers, support engineers, and project managers / program leads within the IT function
• Oversee the implementation and optimisation of Salesforce and Continia ERP
• Champion cyber security best practices across the organisation
• Manage IT projects and change initiatives from concept to completion
• Build trust and engagement with depot staff and stakeholders across 24 locations
• Drive cultural change and challenge the status quo within the business
• Represent IT at senior leadership level, with a clear path to board membership

What they are Looking For;

• Proven experience in IT leadership, ideally within fast-paced or operational environments
• Strong background in cyber security, systems implementation, and change management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ambitious, smart, and people-oriented - someone who thrives on building relationships
• A strategic thinker with the courage to challenge legacy systems and mindsets
• Willingness to travel across depots and engage directly with frontline teams
• Aspirations to grow into a board-level role and shape the future of the business

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