Leader, IT Infrastructure and Operations

LIXIL Water Technology Americas; Brantford; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global water technology firm is seeking an IT Infrastructure and Operations Lead to define and lead the standardization and modernization of its IT infrastructure. The role involves managing technology refresh projects and ensuring operational efficiency. The ideal candidate should have strong project management skills and a solid understanding of IT infrastructure disciplines, including security and data protection. A bachelor's degree or relevant certifications are preferred. This position is based in Brantford, Ontario.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in Project Management in IT infrastructure.
• Good understanding and experience across multiple IT infrastructure disciplines.
• Project management and leadership experience required.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the standardization and modernization of IT infrastructure.
• Manage various IT infrastructure consolidation and technology refresh projects.
• Troubleshoot and recover across different time zones.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-solving

Team Collaboration

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree or certifications

Job description

About Us

LIXIL makes pioneering water and housing products that make better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. A better home is made up of surprisingly simple things – showers and faucets to experience water in new ways; kitchens that unleash creativity; toilets that provide cleanliness and comfort; doors and windows that connect you with the world outside; interiors and exteriors that bring spaces to life; baths to escape in after a long day.

Born in 2011 through a merger of five of Japan's most successful building materials and housing companies, we draw on our Japanese heritage to create world-leading technology and innovate to make high quality products that transform homes. Today, we're a global enterprise with approximately 55,000 employees in more than 150 countries worldwide, having expanded internationally by acquiring some of the most trusted names in our industry, including GROHE and American Standard.

But the LIXIL difference isn't what we do or where we do it, it is how we do it. We combine meaningful design, an entrepreneurial spirit, a dedication to improving accessibility for all, and responsible business growth to make things that matter – to people, to communities, and to the world we live in.

We are proud that our products touch the lives of more than a billion people every day but believe we have the potential to do so much more.

Overview

LIXIL Global Operations Division supports IT Infrastructure and Operations throughout the organization
and is an integral part of operations and our company’s success. The IT Infrastructure and Operations
Lead will be responsible for driving the global standardization and optimization of our IT Infrastructure
technology and maintaining its availability by operations. This function will work globally and regionally
with internal liaisons and third-party partners in LIXIL.

Responsibilities

This individual will be responsible for defining and leading the standardization and modernization of LIXIL
IT infrastructure and its operations, ensuring efficiency and stability of IT infrastructure in each region,
including corporate network, data center, plants, logistic centers as well as cloud infrastructure
management. This involves leading various IT infrastructure consolidation and technology refresh
projects, managing as well as standardizing the daily operations of the infrastructure systems and
processes, troubleshooting and recovery work across different time zones and collaborating with global
teams, and traveling to other countries when required. Supported technologies will include but not
exclusive to:
● Network infrastructure
● Server and Endpoint management including mobile and handheld devices
● Storage and Backup Systems
● Patch Management
● Active Directory, VMware
● Cloud infrastructure (GCP, AWS, Azure)
● Communication and Collaboration tools (Office 365, Google Workspace, etc.)

Qualifications

8 years of experience in Project Management in IT infrastructure
● Good understanding and experience across multiple IT infrastructure disciplines, including
security and data protection
● Project management and leadership experience
● Excellent communication and customer service skills
● Self-starter with the ability to solve problems and work independently and agile
● Able to work with respect for the team and co-workers
● Able to take the initiative in taking on various challenges and have a desire to grow.
● Bachelor’s degree or certifications preferred

Hiring Range

Not applicable to LIXIL Canada open positions.

EEO Statement

LIXIL Canada Inc is an equal employer and encourages/promotes a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family status, national origin, or disability status. Please contact a member of the HR team if accommodation is required during any point of the recruitment process.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: LIXIL Canada Inc does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to LIXIL Canada or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by LIXIL Canada's internal Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of LIXIL Canada and will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto. Only at LIXIL’s request preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In such cases, a current and fully executed agreement with LIXIL must be in place.

AODA
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), and its associated standards and regulations (AODA)

Statement of Commitment

LIXIL Canada Inc is committed to providing equal access and participation for all individuals including its customers, employees, suppliers, job applicants and any other person(s) who may enter its premises or use its services. As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), and its associated standards and regulations.

We understand that we have a responsibility for ensuring a safe, dignified, and welcoming environment for all individuals. We are committed to ensuring our organization's compliance by incorporating accessibility legislation into our policies, procedures, equipment requirements, training, and best practices. We will review these policies and practices annually, as organizational changes occur, or in anticipation of compliance deadlines. In addition, we will strive to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities in a timely and effective manner in a way that maintains their dignity and independence.

Providing an accessible and barrier-free environment is a shared effort, and as an organization, LIXIL Canada Inc is committed to working with the necessary parties to make accessibility a reality. For more detailed information on our accessibility policies, plans, and training programs, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department.

By telephone: [phone]

In writing: Attention: Human Resources
LIXIL Canada Inc
19 Fen Ridge Court

Brantford, ON

N3V 1G2