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At Altrad, we’re not just a support services company – we’re the critical human infrastructure that keeps the UK and Ireland’s most vital industries moving. With over 10,000 talented individuals across the region, our people power the extraordinary – delivering innovative solutions that make a real impact on millions of lives.

As our Data and BI Lead, your mission is to design, deliver, and continuously improve high-quality, scalable Data & BI solutions. You’ll partner with business stakeholders, analysts, and architects to ensure data solutions aren't just built — they're adopted, bring value, and evolve as the project evolves.

You’ll lead a dynamic team while shaping the overall data and BI strategy — delivering tangible benefits through smart, secure, and future-proof solutions.

This is a high-visibility role, ideal for someone ready to drive digital transformation and operational excellence through data.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic & Delivery Leadership

  • You’ll own end-to-end delivery plans for Data & BI projects, ensuring quality, predictability, and timely execution.

  • You’ll define, enforce, and evolve architecture standards aligned with current and future business requirements.

  • You’ll partner with stakeholders to prioritise and deliver high-impact data initiatives.

  • You’ll proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies across delivery streams.

    Solution Quality & Adoption

  • You’ll ensure all data and BI solutions are scalable, secure, and operationally ready, with clear documentation and version control.

  • You’ll champion user adoption, address pain points, and track usage/impact through KPIs.

  • You’ll embed Data Governance best practices, including Data Quality and Master Data Management (MDM).

    Team Development & Leadership

  • You’ll lead, mentor, and develop a team of Data & BI specialists, fostering a growth mindset and technical excellence.

  • You’ll drive a culture of continuous improvement and Agile delivery, including CI/CD and automation.

  • You’ll keep the team aligned with evolving technologies, business priorities, and innovation opportunities.

    What You Bring to the Role:

    You have a strategic mindset paired with hands-on delivery experience.

    You have a passion for working at the intersection of data, people, and performance.

    You’re confident in navigating complex stakeholder environments and bringing clarity to data strategy.

    A collaborative leadership style — able to grow talent, drive innovation, and keep projects moving forward.

    Experience and Skills:

  • You have a Degree (or equivalent) in Data Science, Computing, or a related field.

  • You have 5+ years’ experience delivering complex Data & BI solutions in a leadership capacity.

  • Deep experience with:

  • Agile delivery tools and practices (e.g., Azure DevOps or JIRA).

  • Microsoft Azure & Power BI, including Data Warehouses and Lake Houses.

  • Data technologies such as Databricks and Snowflake.

  • Data Governance and Management principles and frameworks.

  • Designing and maintaining scalable, reusable reporting solutions.

  • You have strong skills in business analysis and data requirements gathering.

  • You have experience building high-performing teams and mentoring technical staff.

  • You’re background is complex projects, with bonus points for major infrastructure or nuclear sector experience.

    What we offer:

    We know that great people do great work when they’re supported, valued, and inspired. That’s why we offer:

  • A competitive salary

  • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

  • The chance to work on one of the UK’s most ambitious nuclear projects

  • A culture that rewards ingenuity, fosters personal growth, and celebrates success

    Why Join Us?

    Altrad is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills, and passion for making a difference.

    In return for your hard work and commitment we offer a competitive salary package, 25 days’ holiday, and the opportunity to part of our exciting journey.

    Quite simply, a journey with Altrad begins with a desire to create a better tomorrow

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