Head of Data Platform Services

Birmingham

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Join Ofwat’s IT Team & Corporate Enablers Directorate as a Head of Data Platform Services

Office Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) with hybrid working

About Us

We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Our work has genuine significance – no other organisation does the work we do. It’s unique and meaningful: keeping our water flowing; ensuring water bills don’t cost a penny more than needed; holding water companies to account. Come and work at the source of everyday life.

The Role

You will be accountable for the design, development, and upkeep of our data platform services including our new data platform built on Microsoft technologies – Fabric, Purview and Power Bi. The role will also have accountability for our legacy data platforms and how we can manage and maintain this and successfully enable the migration of critical data to the new platform to support our regulatory duties. This will be achieved working collaboratively alongside the Data Strategy Team.

You will have responsibility for building a team and leading and mentoring this data platform services team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing data pipelines to ensure the efficient movement of data from various sources into the platform. You will be tasked with designing and building data platform services that will provide centralised repositories for storing and accessing data in line with our data strategy and governance policies. Collaboration with business stakeholders will be essential, as you will need to understand their needs and provide them with the necessary data and tools and you will stay up-to-date with the latest data platform technologies, identifying and implementing new technologies to enhance the platform's capabilities.

To find more details about the role and deliverables please click Apply.

Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post:

Proven track record in designing, developing, and maintaining robust and scalable data platform services.
Proficient in using Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric technologies, and other relevant tools for data integration, processing, and analytics.
Experience in monitoring and optimising the performance of data platforms to ensure high availability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
Ability to lead and mentor a team of Data Engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
Strong skills in collaborating with business stakeholders to understand their data needs and provide them with the necessary data and tools.
Experience in the delivery of digital and data transformation projects
Staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to drive continuous improvement.

Why You Should Join Us:
Meaningful Impact: You will be joining a team with a sense of mission at its core aiming to build a lasting legacy for future generations by securing our long-term water resilience.
Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration.
Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting.
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our London or Birmingham offices.
Fantastic employer pension contribution of nearly 30%.
25 days’ annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave.
Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership.
Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies.
Up to 3 volunteering days per year.
Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work.
Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life.

Follow the link to Apply for full details about the role, please ensure you have submitted your Applications in full before the below deadline.

Closing date: 23.55 on 08 June 2025

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