Director of Controls and Hardware Products

4 weeks ago


City of London, United Kingdom Astute Technical Recruitment Ltd Full time

Astute's renewable team is partnering exclusively with the world's largest independent renewable energy company. Due to ongoing expansion, we are seeking a Director of Controls and Hardware Products to join the team. This role entails leading the development and delivery of cutting-edge digital and physical products for the renewables sector.

The Director of Controls and Hardware Products position offers an attractive package, featuring an increased car allowance, substantial bonus opportunities, private healthcare coverage, and the opportunity to work for a company that prioritises fostering a genuine work-life balance.

If you possess a proven track record in the wind O&M sector, particularly in leading product development teams, and are seeking your next opportunity to spearhead innovation and advancement in this dynamic industry, we encourage you to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

As a Director of Controls and Hardware Products you will:
Lead a diverse team of technical experts, engineers, and project managers, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and continuously improving environment.
Partner closely with R&D to integrate novel technologies into site trials and product offerings.
Engage with the Product Delivery team to ensure the capacity for delivering products on a large scale.
Supervise both in-house and external resources to meet contractual obligations.
Forge connections with suppliers and negotiate contracts that facilitate product development.
Take ownership of the product roadmap, ensuring its timely delivery and driving towards an industry-leading product portfolio.
Formulate and oversee the budget for the Controls and Hardware Product division, ensuring adherence to budgetary objectives while achieving set goals.
Foster cross-functional cooperation with Technology/Engineering, Services, Product, Security, Innovation, Quality, Growth, and Program Management teams to expand the product portfolio.
Analyse financial performance metrics to inform data-driven decisions regarding product investment strategies.
Manage the day-to-day operations of the controls and hardware products division.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

Proven background leading a product development team in digital and physical systems.
Demonstrates the ability to safely deliver innovative products with commercial success.
Possess strong knowledge of renewable technologies, in particular wind turbines.

Personal skills

The Director of Controls and Hardware Products role would suit someone who.

Possesses strong interpersonal and communication abilities, adept at navigating complex situations and effectively influencing individuals at all organisational levels.
Fosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations.
Acts as mentor and coach to develop team and build capabilities for present and future.
Can create and drive a vision with clear guidance on how to accomplish it.

Salary and benefits of the Director of Controls and Hardware Products role

Market-competitive remuneration
Senior Bonus scheme
Enhanced Car Allowance
Private Healthcare
25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
Buy/sell holiday options
Enhanced family leave
INDRENAstute Technical Recruitment Limited are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful


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