ICT Director NEW

Job description

Your tasks

At Smulders, we build impressive steel constructions for a sustainable future. Behind every masterpiece lies a strong digital foundation. That’s why we are looking for an ICT Director who not only shapes our ICT vision but also acts as a Change & Adoption Manager, driving digital transformation across all our locations.

Your responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a forward-looking ICT strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Be the driving force behind change management, ensuring new technologies are widely adopted across the organization.
• Lead a multicultural team of ICT hardware professionals, software developers, and architects across multiple countries.
• Ensure a stable, secure, and scalable IT infrastructure and deliver software solutions tailored to business needs.
• Manage the ICT budget, supplier relationships, and license administration.
• Implement cybersecurity policies, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans.
• Promote a data-driven culture and foster digital innovation within the organization.
• Report to the executive team on the progress and impact of ICT initiatives.

Your magic skills 

• Strategic thinker with a pragmatic approach.
• Experience in system architecture, cloud computing, networking, and cybersecurity.
• A natural leader who motivates, coaches, and develops teams.
• Fluent in Dutch and English; French or German is a plus.
• Experienced in international, multicultural teams and hybrid work environments.
• A true Change & Adoption Manager: you know how to guide people through change and successfully implement new technologies.

That deserves:

At Smulders, you contribute to impressive projects in the offshore wind industry and civil sector. Our innovative constructions contribute to a sustainable future and offer a challenging technical environment where your ideas and efforts truly make a difference. Additionally, you enjoy a dynamic work environment full of fun, adventure, and international opportunities within a growing and progressive company.

Furthermore, Smulders offers you:

• An environment committed to a greener future. Sustainability and innovation are central to us.
• Your growth is our priority! Enjoy of our high budget for training and develop your skills for the needs of your job.
• At Smulders, you will find yourself in a familial work atmosphere. Feel at home in our warm and collegial work environment, where everyone supports each other and works together as one big family.
• Benefit from an attractive salary package, including the possibility of a company car, depending on your position. We ensure that your efforts are rewarded!
• Numerous fun events such as our annual Christmas party, holiday party, New Year’s reception, team building, family day… You truly become part of the “Smulders family”! Be sure to check our blog for the reports!

Your little extra

• You see technology as a strategic lever.
• You are a bridge-builder between people, processes, and systems.
• Passionate about innovation and digitalization.
• Structured yet flexible in your approach.
• You embody Smulders’ values: Decisiveness, Innovation, Respect, Expertise, Customer Orientation, Teamwork.