IT/OT Environment Manager

Cadent Gas; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an IT/OT Environment Manager, where you'll lead the management of critical non-production environments. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence operational excellence and innovation within the organization. You'll collaborate across IT and engineering teams, ensuring environments are secure, reliable, and tailored to meet business needs. With a focus on continuous improvement, you'll drive performance and efficiency while supporting the transition to a hybrid working model. If you're passionate about shaping the future of technology and operational success, this role is for you!

Benefits

Annual bonus

Pension Scheme double matched up to 18%

25 days holiday plus statutory days

Extra day off for special moments

Career development with funded learning

Flexible working options

Generous family policies

Retail discounts and gym access

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex IT/OT environments.
• Strong background in IT infrastructure and SCADA systems.
• Proven leadership skills with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the stability and performance of non-production environments.
• Align environment strategy with project demand across teams.
• Drive performance from service providers and internal teams.

Skills

IT Infrastructure

SCADA Systems

Cloud Solutions (e.g., AWS)

Operational Excellence

Environment Management

Leadership

Collaboration

Process Compliance

Education

Degree in Computing

ITIL Foundation

Tools

Agile

Prince2

Job description

Shape the environments that power innovation and resilience

As ourIT/OT Environment Manager, you'll take the lead in ensuring the stability, security, and performance of our non-production environments - the critical foundation for testing, development, and transformation across Cadent. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll manage the full lifecycle of IT/OT environments, from configuration and compliance to upgrades and optimisation.

This role will initially be based at our Ansty site for 3-4 days per week during the first few months, supporting a temporary test bed. Once this is decommissioned, you'll transition to our Leicester site for 2-3 days per week while a new facility is built. Following commissioning, the role will move to a hybrid working model.

You'll work across IT, engineering, and business teams to align environment strategy with project demand, ensuring environments are available, secure, and fit for purpose. You'll also oversee the performance of service providers, manage SCADA and OT test labs, and lead a team of specialists to deliver exceptional service and continuous improvement.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a visible and technically rich role, where you'll influence how we manage risk, support innovation, and deliver value across our digital and operational platforms.

Why you'll love this role:

This is a high-impact role that blends technical leadership, service excellence, and strategic influence.

• End-to-End Accountability- Own the availability, reliability, and security of all non-production environments.
• Technical Leadership- Lead environment configuration, testing, patching, and lifecycle management across IT/OT systems.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration- Work with engineering, IT, and project teams to align environment delivery with business needs.
• Service Excellence- Drive performance from service providers and internal teams, ensuring SLAs and compliance are met.
• Innovation & Efficiency- Identify opportunities for cost savings, automation, and improved environment utilisation.

What you'll bring:

You're a technically capable and people-focused leader with a background in IT environment management and a passion for operational excellence.

• Technical Expertise- An understanding of IT infrastructure, SCADA systems, OT environments, and cloud-based solutions (e.g., AWS).
• Environment Management Experience- Proven track record managing complex IT/OT environments, including testing, patching, and configuration.
• Leadership & Collaboration- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and working with senior stakeholders, vendors, and project teams.
• Process & Compliance Focus- Skilled in documentation, audit readiness, and maintaining robust security and access controls.
• Qualifications & Frameworks- Degree in computing or equivalent experience, ITIL Foundation, and familiarity with Agile, Prince2, and engineering delivery.

Looking to lead the environments that support mission-critical systems and digital transformation? Join us as anIT/OT Environment Managerand help shape the future of our technology landscape.

Please note that this position will close on Sunday 25th May.

Disclaimer: While the closing date is set as mentioned, we reserve the right to close the application process earlier if necessary, depending on the unique circumstances of each role.

Interviews for this position will be held week commencing 29th May, however we will be holding phone screening calls on an adhoc basis before this.

At Cadent, we're thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy!

We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.

We're making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we're shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.

What's In It for You

Here at Cadent, we recognise that our people are truly unsung heroes. Quietly confident, delivering every day - that's why we're committed to supporting our people to get the best out of themselves. For this role, we offer:

• Annual bonus
• Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
• An extra day off each year to celebrate life's special moments
• Career development with funded learning options
• Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
• Generous family policies and flexible benefits
• Retail discounts, gym access, and more

We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.

Diversity and Inclusion

Don't meet every requirement? No problem! If you're excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application - you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.

We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities - Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men's Engagement Network (M.E.N) - can't wait to welcome you!

Circle Back Initiative

As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we ensure all candidates receive a response to their application.

What's next?

To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up-to-date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home - Cadent Gas Ltd

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