Head of Data Science and Hyperautomation

About the Role: 
As the Head ofData Science and Automation you’ll support strategic initiatives and deliverinnovation through data-driven insights and automation. In this crucialleadership role, you’ll be responsible for leveraging data science andbusiness-driven automation to realise value-driven business growth, efficiencyand innovation.

Creates andmatures new data science and automation capabilities, improving data analysismodels, and using advanced analytics to inform decision making. Oversee thedata science and automation teams, guiding and supporting career growth. Works closely with Drax leadership team (DLT) and departmental heads toidentify strategic opportunities to leverage data and insights and progress ourstrategy. 

In this keyleadership role, you’ll: 

Oversee data science and business-driven automation to create efficiency, growth, and innovation  This includes the development of Generative AI capabilities across Drax  Work closely with the Drax Leadership team (DLT) to identify strategic opportunities to leverage data science, AI, machine learning and statistical insights and progress our strategy.  Build relationships with senior stakeholders across all business units to identify strategic opportunities to leverage data and insights and progress our strategy.  Manage external technology suppliers and contracts, ensuring value and alignment with business goals. 

Travel requiredto sites within the Group and to external business events, will be required,this may include overnight stays. 

Who we’relooking for: 
A solidanalytical background with significant commercial experience in data science,automation, or AI technologies will be crucial to success in this role.Alongside strong experience delivering leading edge data science, automation,and AI technology into the Drax business, through all stages from of deliveryfrom initial idea, business case funding to successful production operation andmaintenance. With AI emerging at pace, this role requires outside-in thinking,staying abreast of new developments and capabilities, and staying compliantwith relevant policies of Drax and relevant legislation.

To besuccessful in this role you’ll also ideally have:

Proven leadership experience, building and coaching high-performing teams.  Expertise in delivering new technology solutions from conception to operation.  Demonstrable experience building relationships and partnerships externally to deliver complex solutions to automation and data science opportunities.  Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts to senior executives. 

Rewards andbenefits: 
As you help usto shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thriveand support your lifestyle.If successful in this role you’ll get:

A discretionary bonus depending on company performance Private Healthcare with Vitality SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time Personal accident cover Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10% Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body 

We’re committedto making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is whereyour individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as partof a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. WithDrax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come. 

Together, wemake it happen. 

At Drax, we’recommitted to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued andrespected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively workto better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, andestablish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed forall colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no mattertheir background. Find out more about our approach here. 

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How toapply: 
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