Operational Technology (OT) Manager

Location: Kettering
Salary: £55,000 per annum

Days: Mon-Fri

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Operational Technology (OT) Engineer to take ownership of the OT landscape within a manufacturing environment. This hands-on role focuses on OT infrastructure, cybersecurity, business continuity, and lifecycle management, working closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure reliable and secure operations.

Key Responsibilities Daily Management

• Own and manage the OT hardware and software landscape.
• Troubleshoot and maintain OT production infrastructure.
• Patch systems and replace faulty devices.
• Manage Identity and Access Management for OT users.
• Act as the single point of contact for external managed service providers.
• Produce monthly OT KPI reports (assets, cybersecurity, incidents).
• Provide input to the annual OT budget cycle.

Business Continuity & Cybersecurity

• Own cybersecurity for OT manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with OT cybersecurity policies and standards.
• Maintain asset inventories and system documentation.
• Manage backup, restore, and obsolescence activities.
• Deliver OT changes and projects, including SAN renewal, IT/OT network separation, and network upgrades.
• Continuously improve OT processes and ways of working.

Technical Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar OT or manufacturing IT environment.
• Broad technical knowledge of servers, SAN storage, virtualisation, networking, firewalls, Windows OS, Active Directory, endpoint protection, and cybersecurity.
• Structured approach to projects, changes, and documentation.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Strong interest in manufacturing processes and IT/OT integration.
• Knowledge of automated process equipment and control systems.
• Experience with sterilisation and filling processes is desirable.
• Familiarity with Tetra Pak, Galdi, or similar packaging equipment is an advantage.