Posted 07 August, 2026
Digital Transformation & Automation Manager
Alternative Heat
Dundalk, Louth A91 CFY5, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 1034661269
Digital Transformation & Automation Manager
Application Deadline: 20 August 2026
Department: IT
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Dundalk
Reporting To: IT Systems Manager
Description
Team Overview:
The IT department ensures the smooth operation and security of all technology systems across Alternative Heat. From managing hardware and software to supporting network infrastructure and cybersecurity, the team enables employees to work efficiently and securely. They also lead digital innovation initiatives, providing technical solutions that enhance collaboration, data management, and overall business performance.
Role Overview:
Lead the identification, evaluation and delivery of business improvement, automation and technology initiatives across the company.
The role is responsible for helping the business make informed decisions on systems, technology investments and transformation priorities. Working closely with directors and senior managers, the postholder will develop business cases, assess opportunities, provide recommendations and oversee delivery of key initiatives.
The role will lead and develop the Business Systems and Automation team, ensuring the company has the capability to improve processes, make better use of technology and support future growth.
Job Title | Digital Transformation & Automation Manager
Location | Dundalk
Hours | Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm and Friday 8am-3pm
Salary | Competitive Depending on Experience
Responsible to | IT Systems Manager
What You'll be Doing
The role is responsible for shaping and delivering the company's digital transformation strategy by developing a clear technology roadmap, assessing current systems and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, performance and business value. It provides strategic decision support through the preparation of business cases, investment recommendations and plans for system upgrades, consolidation or replacement, ensuring technology investments align with organisational priorities. The role leads digital transformation and automation initiatives, driving the effective use of technologies such as Microsoft Power Platform and Copilot to streamline processes, reduce manual effort and improve visibility of information. It also oversees the successful delivery of projects from planning through implementation, managing budgets, risks and resources while ensuring business adoption and measurable outcomes. In addition, the role provides strong leadership to the Business Systems and Automation team by setting objectives, developing capability, managing performance, allocating resources and fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and future leadership development.
Application Deadline: 20 August 2026
Department: IT
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Dundalk
Reporting To: IT Systems Manager
Description
Team Overview:
The IT department ensures the smooth operation and security of all technology systems across Alternative Heat. From managing hardware and software to supporting network infrastructure and cybersecurity, the team enables employees to work efficiently and securely. They also lead digital innovation initiatives, providing technical solutions that enhance collaboration, data management, and overall business performance.
Role Overview:
Lead the identification, evaluation and delivery of business improvement, automation and technology initiatives across the company.
The role is responsible for helping the business make informed decisions on systems, technology investments and transformation priorities. Working closely with directors and senior managers, the postholder will develop business cases, assess opportunities, provide recommendations and oversee delivery of key initiatives.
The role will lead and develop the Business Systems and Automation team, ensuring the company has the capability to improve processes, make better use of technology and support future growth.
Job Title | Digital Transformation & Automation Manager
Location | Dundalk
Hours | Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm and Friday 8am-3pm
Salary | Competitive Depending on Experience
Responsible to | IT Systems Manager
What You'll be Doing
The role is responsible for shaping and delivering the company's digital transformation strategy by developing a clear technology roadmap, assessing current systems and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, performance and business value. It provides strategic decision support through the preparation of business cases, investment recommendations and plans for system upgrades, consolidation or replacement, ensuring technology investments align with organisational priorities. The role leads digital transformation and automation initiatives, driving the effective use of technologies such as Microsoft Power Platform and Copilot to streamline processes, reduce manual effort and improve visibility of information. It also oversees the successful delivery of projects from planning through implementation, managing budgets, risks and resources while ensuring business adoption and measurable outcomes. In addition, the role provides strong leadership to the Business Systems and Automation team by setting objectives, developing capability, managing performance, allocating resources and fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and future leadership development.
