IT Delivery Manager for Svitzer Technology

Are you passionate about the intersection of technology and business? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where you can lead innovative projects? And do you want to work for a truly international company? Then this role might be something for you.

Join us at Svitzer as an IT Delivery Manager and make a significant impact on our global operations.

We offer

As an IT Delivery Manager in Svitzer, you will become part of the Business Engagement and Delivery team, led by Ana Sedej.

In this role you will oversee applications in the Fleet portfolio (such as Sertica), manage roadmaps and changes, and lead exciting new technology initiatives. You’ll collaborate closely with various functions to drive business improvements and ensure seamless operations.

Who we are

Svitzer is a global towage company, which means we help our customers manoeuvre their larger ships safely and timely in and out of port. Most of our business is to support container vessels, cargo ships, cruise ships and navy vessels but we also attend to emergencies like vessels being adrift or offshore fires.

At Svitzer, we value innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. Our team is dedicated to transforming our operations and driving the future of towage services

Svitzer Technology is a strong partner to the business and key in making the operations run efficiently and to innovate the future of Svitzer. We are dedicated to transforming Svitzer to be fit for the future, and we work across the portfolio of projects and have central role in the transformation of our company.

Key responsibilities

The role covers four primary areas of responsibility:

• Application Management: Create and manage application change roadmaps, plan and execute changes and releases.
• Leadership: Lead projects and initiatives with focus on quality, time, and budget, ensuring risks and issues are managed effectively.
• Collaboration: Build strong partnerships with business units, vendors, and development teams to ensure successful delivery.
• Governance: Maintain effective communication and documentation, and act as an escalation point for major incidents.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced IT Delivery Manager who is passionate about leveraging technology to drive business value.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, with proven expertise in managing IT projects and applications. You should be a strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing environments.

Your ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels and build strong professional relationships will be crucial in this role. We value a proactive approach, where you take ownership of your responsibilities and continuously seek ways to improve processes and deliver outstanding results. And if you have a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you.

The role requires the following experience and capabilities to be successful:

• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of software development, different delivery methodologies and application lifecycle management.
• Proven experience in IT delivery and application management skills with the ability to lead development teams
• Problem-Solving Abilities: Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Stakeholder Management: Experience in engaging with senior stakeholders and managing their expectations.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse data and metrics to drive decision-making and improve processes.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Bachelor’s or higher degree.

Nice-to-have includes:

• Experience with cost controls and creating roadmaps.
• Familiarity with Fleet management applications like Sertica.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as PMP, ITIL, or Agile/Scrum Master.
• Industry Experience: Previous experience in the maritime or logistics industry.
• Technical Tools: Familiarity with tools like JIRA, DevOps, and other project management software.
• Innovation Mindset: Experience in driving digital transformation initiatives.

Join us!

If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role at Svitzer, we want to hear from you latest 18 October 2024. Applications will however be reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply now if to join our team and help us navigate the future of towage services.

Building a Diverse Workplace

In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job – we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. At Svitzer we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles, and we are excited about hearing from you!

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