Introduction
Data is only powerful when it's trusted, structured, and used properly. This is a pivotal role within a major transport organisation, giving you the opportunity to shape how data supports operational performance, regulatory compliance, and long-term strategy across the business.
What You'll Be Doing:
Designing and delivering an enterprise-wide data strategy aligned to business and regulatory priorities
Building and leading a growing data function (up to three Data Engineers / BI Analysts)
Establishing strong data governance, ownership, standards and quality frameworks
Defining and evolving the organisation's target data architecture, including warehousing, modelling and integration
Overseeing data engineering pipelines and reporting capabilities through internal teams and delivery partners
Driving high standards of data integrity, security and compliance (including GDPR and data protection requirements)
Leading procurement and managing external partners to implement scalable data solutions
Collaborating with stakeholders across IT and the wider business to deliver accurate, timely insights
Implementing appropriate platforms for data management, analytics and visualisation
Embedding continuous improvement through audits, quality metrics and process optimisation
Main Skills Needed:
Proven experience building and operating enterprise data management capabilities
Strong understanding of data architecture, governance, engineering, master data and analytics
Solid knowledge of Microsoft data platforms including Azure, Microsoft Fabric and Power Platform
Experience managing third-party suppliers and delivery partners
Background in regulated, asset-heavy or safety-led environments (transport experience advantageous)
Strong grasp of data compliance, security and governance frameworks
Confident communicator able to translate complex data concepts for senior and non-technical stakeholders
Degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent experience); professional certifications beneficial
What's in It for You:
The opportunity to define and own the data agenda for a high-profile organisation
Leadership responsibility with scope to build and shape your own team
Genuine influence across technology, operations and executive decision-making
Exposure to large-scale data transformation in a regulated environment
Competitive salary and the chance to make a measurable, business-wide impact
Call to Action:
Big plans. Big impact. Ready to be part of it?
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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