Lead, Business Engagement Partner – Power

About the Role We are seeking a Lead, Business Engagement Partner, Power to join our IT & Digital team. In this role, you will be to act as the primary IT engagement partner for TAQA Distribution’s Power business, ensuring strong alignment between business priorities and technology delivery. The Lead, Business Engagement Partner – Power is responsible for translating business needs into IT demand, driving prioritisation, and ensuring effective delivery of technology solutions across power operations. The role bridges business and IT, ensuring that digital investments support operational performance, regulatory compliance, and long-term transformation objectives within the Power domain. Key Responsibilities Business Partnership – Power Domain Act as the primary point of contact between IT and Power business units, including grid operations, network management, asset management, capital project and engineering teams. Build strong relationships with business stakeholders to understand priorities, challenges, and operational requirements. Translate business strategies into clear IT demand, initiatives, and capability requirements. Demand Management & PrioritisationCapture, assess, and prioritise IT demand from Power business units, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and budget constraints. Support development of business cases for IT initiatives, including value articulation, cost estimates, and benefit realisation. Work with PMO and IT leadership to ensure demand is effectively planned and delivered within the portfolio. Solution Alignment & Delivery OversightEnsure proposed IT solutions are aligned with business needs, enterprise architecture, and operational requirements. Collaborate with architecture, delivery, and operations teams to ensure successful implementation of IT initiatives supporting the Power function. Monitor delivery progress and ensure issues are proactively escalated and resolved. Utility Systems & Operational Alignment Act as the IT interface for key power domain systems, including Asset Management Systems (EAM), Geographical Information Systems (GIS), Outage Management Systems (OMS), Grid monitoring platforms Ensure IT solutions support grid reliability, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Stakeholder Engagement & GovernanceFacilitate regular engagement forums between IT and Power business stakeholders. Participate in User Acceptance Testing and Adoption Ensure alignment of IT initiatives with business KPIs, service levels, and operational goals. Represent business requirements in governance forums, including project reviews and prioritisation discussions. Change Management & Adoption Support change management activities for IT initiatives within the Power function. Ensure effective communication, training, and adoption of new systems and capabilities. Continuous Improvement & TransformationIdentify opportunities for digital transformation and process improvements within the Power business. Support implementation of target operating model changes and IT transformation initiatives. Stay informed on industry trends, utility technologies, and digital innovations relevant to power operations. Qualifications & Experience Essential Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in information technology or equivalent 6 years of relevant working experience Technical Competencies: Strong understanding of power distribution operations, including Grid operations, Network management, Field services, Reliability and outage management, Asset Management. Working knowledge of utility systems and platforms (e.g., EAM, GIS, FSM, SCADA, DMS, OMS). Understanding of IT demand management, project delivery, and enterprise architecture processes. Familiarity with integration of IT and OT systems within utility environments. Ability to leverage AI-powered tools for reporting, analysis, and stakeholder communication. Strategic & Business Competencies: Strong ability to align business strategy with IT delivery and investments. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills across business and IT leadership. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on business outcomes. Understanding of regulatory and operational requirements in utility environments. Why Join TAQA Distribution? At TAQA Distribution, you'll be part of a company that powers communities and supports sustainable growth across the UAE. We are committed to creating a workplace where our people can thrive, develop their careers, and contribute to shaping the future of energy and water services. Our employees benefit from: Opportunities for professional growth and career development A diverse and collaborative work environment A strong culture of innovation, safety, and continuous improvement The chance to contribute to the UAE's sustainability ambitions About TAQA Distribution TAQA Distribution is a subsidiary of TAQA Group and is responsible for the distribution of electricity and water services across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra. Serving millions of customers through an extensive network of infrastructure assets, we are dedicated to delivering reliable, efficient, and sustainable utility services that support the UAE's growth and prosperity. Ready to Apply? Join us in delivering the essential services that power everyday life and help build a sustainable future. Apply now and become part of the TAQA Distribution team. Show more Show less