IT Manager (Manufacturing & Automation)

micah-solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Micah Solutions is seeking a Head of IT in Dubai to lead a digital transformation across multiple sites. You will drive cloud migration, ERP optimization, and the integration of IT with manufacturing operations, enabling real-time decision making and shop-floor efficiency.

The role requires hands-on leadership, vendor management, and a proactive mindset to prevent downtime and accelerate automation across Dubai and Abu Dhabi sites.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT leadership in manufacturing, heavy industry, or fast-paced logistics.
• Experience integrating IT with production via ERP, IoT, automation, and analytics.
• Hands-on cloud experience (Azure/AWS) and knowledge of modern networking.
• Proven ability to lead cloud migration, ERP optimization, and site connectivity across multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT transformation across Dubai and Abu Dhabi sites, aligning tech with business goals.
• Drive cloud-first strategy, ERP optimization, and real-time manufacturing decision support.
• Oversee integration of IT with shop-floor operations, data analytics, and automation.
• Manage a lean IT team and governance with vendors to deliver scalable blueprints.

Skills

IT Leadership

Manufacturing IT

ERP integration

Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS)

Shop-floor automation

SD-WAN & UCaaS

Tools

Epicor ERP

Azure

AWS

SD-WAN

VoIP/UCaaS

Job description

A fast-growing manufacturing organization in Dubai is looking for a visionary Head of IT to lead its next phase of digital transformation across multiple sites in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This is a high-impact leadership role for an IT professional who understands that technology should do more than support the business — it should drive factory-floor efficiency, automation, and real-time decision-making. Reporting directly to the COO, you will take ownership of cloud migration, ERP optimization, site connectivity, and the integration of IT with manufacturing operations.

Why this role stands out

This is not a maintenance position. It is a chance to:

• Lead a complete transition from legacy systems to a modern, cloud-first environment.
• Improve how manufacturing data is captured, shared, and used across operations.
• Build a scalable IT model for temporary project sites and remote locations.
• Shape the technology roadmap for a lean, performance-driven organization.

Key focus areas

• Integrating IT with production operations through IoT, automation, and shop-floor tracking.
• Maximizing the value of a cloud ERP system, ideally Epicor, to improve inventory visibility and manufacturing analytics.
• Migrating on-prem servers, storage, and PABX infrastructure to secure cloud platforms.
• Establishing a plug-and-play IT setup for fast deployment at multiple project sites.
• Leading a lean team and working closely with vendors to deliver strong outcomes efficiently.

What we are looking for

The ideal candidate will bring:

• 8+ years of IT leadership experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, or fast-paced logistics.
• Strong exposure to shop-floor technology, including ERP integration, barcode/RFID solutions, and automated reporting.
• Hands-on knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.
• Experience with SD-WAN networking for remote sites and modern VoIP/UCaaS solutions.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to prevent downtime, solve bottlenecks early, and drive change confidently.

The right profile

We are seeking a practical, transformation-oriented leader who enjoys working close to operations and can turn technology into a real business advantage. Someone who can combine strategy, execution, and hands-on problem-solving will thrive in this environment.

Location: Dubai, UAE; Reporting to: COO