Automation Team Lead
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We are an Oil Marketing Company incorporated in 2011 under the Companies Act of Kenya. As a company, we are focused in importing, distribution, warehousing and marketing of petroleum products Kenya. Today Wells Energies operates a chain of moder… View more
Automation Manager
We are seeking an experienced Automation Manager to lead our automation strategy and delivery. This role will drive process optimization through RPA, workflows, and system integrations, while managing a high-performing team to achieve measurable business impact.
Job Summary
As Automation Manager, you will own the automation roadmap from discovery to deployment. You will work closely with business units, mentor a team of developers, and ensure all solutions are scalable, secure, and compliant.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Planning
- Develop and execute the automation roadmap aligned with business objectives
- Identify automation opportunities across departments (RPA, workflows, system integrations)
- Prioritize automation initiatives based on ROI, risk, and impact
Solution Design & Delivery
- Lead end-to-end automation lifecycle (discovery → design → development → testing → deployment)
- Oversee development of automation solutions using tools such as RPA platforms and APIs
- Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and compliant with IT standards
Team Leadership
- Manage and mentor automation team including developers and interns
- Allocate tasks, monitor performance, and ensure timely delivery of projects
- Build team capability through training and continuous learning
Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate with business units to understand process requirements
- Provide regular updates on automation performance and project progress
Performance & Optimization
- Monitor automation performance (uptime, error rates, ROI)
- Continuously improve existing automations for efficiency and reliability
- Establish automation governance and best practices
Risk & Compliance
- Ensure automation solutions comply with data security and regulatory requirements
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with automation deployments
- Maintain proper documentation and audit trails
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- At least 3 years’ experience in IT automation, RPA, or systems engineering
- At least 1 year in a supervisory or team lead role
- Experience with tools such as UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Power Automate, or similar
What We Offer
We provide a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to shape our automation future. Competitive compensation and benefits package included.
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