Who We Are Sheffield Forgemasters is an iconic steel production and engineering company. A global leader in the designing, manufacturing and delivering of world-class steel forgings and castings. It is a great time to join Forgemasters, as the business goes through an ongoing period of growth and modernisation after being acquired by the UK Ministry of Defence In 2021. The acquisition has secured our role as a critical supplier to the next generation of UK defence programmes. As part of this programme of work our plant and equipment will be modernised over the next 10 years, creating new opportunities for the business and our colleagues. Based at our 64-acre site, sitting in the heart of Sheffield, we are looking for a Digital Lead - Operations. This role will involve understanding operational requirements on how digitalisation can be utilised and ensuring all actions and milestones are met to deliver the company's operational digitisation strategy. Role Responsibilities Work closely with the Head of Manufacturing Strategy, the IT function and the Operational Digitalisation Team, this role will involve the following responsibilities: Working with operational areas to understand how digital enhancement will improve their processes and methods of working. Leadership of a Digitalisation Team. Develop a strategy to enable the digital manufacturing future. Ensure all digital security requirements have the relevant controls in place to protect information. Develop industry leading digital capabilities and solutions that can be deployed across site. Digitise paper-based processes to improve control and accessibility of data and information. Identify and utilise IT solutions to collect real-time product and process data, to be used to make data driven decisions. Explore and maximise the use of Virtual Manufacturing & Commissioning; Intelligent Manufacturing Processes; Digital Tool Management Systems and Digital Product Verification, wherever feasible. About You The following relevant skills, knowledge and experience are required. Previous experience in a digital transformation role. A Strong background in data capture and implementing processes led by data. Exceptional team leadership skills. Demonstrable experience of driving a digital agenda across an organisation. Extensive change management experience. A background in Operations is a distinct advantage, as is experience working in the heavy manufacturing sector. Proven record of identifying learning and development needs for each stage of the digital transformation. A strong influencer and communicator. Knowledge of automation, robotics an emerging technologies is a distinct advantage. Days/Hours of Work 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, with flexible start and finish time between 06:15 - 09:30 and 14:30 – 18:00 Reasons to work at Sheffield Forgemasters We are a long-established local employer, with a strong reputation in the region. Over £600m large-scale and long-term investment programme in state-of-the-art new facilities and modernisation on site. Competitive Salary 33 days annual leave (includes public holidays). Easily accessible location with free onsite parking. Cycle to Work scheme. Pension scheme. Life Assurance Scheme as part of the pension scheme programme. Employee Assistance Programme. On site Occupational Health provision providing Health Screening and advice on well-being. Discounted Westfield Health Plan Scheme. Occupational Sick Pay Scheme. Long service award scheme. You at Work – Access to online discounts portal. A bronze accredited participant in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, supporting ex-military and reservists in employment. For additional information or if you would like to discuss the role, please email Recruitmentsfel.com. Alternatively, if this sounds like the role for you, please review the full job description attached and apply now The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.