HVAC Technical Engineering Manager – Excellent Leadership Opportunity
Location: Hertfordshire (office-based with site visits)
Salary: £43,000 – £47,000 DOE + Company Vehicle
Hours: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Overview
Our client, an industry-leading building engineering services provider with over two decades of proven success, is seeking a talented HVAC Technical Engineering Manager to join their expanding team. Known for delivering exceptional technical expertise, high-quality service and long-term engineering solutions, they are committed to improving building safety, efficiency and reliability across a diverse portfolio of sites.
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that places people at the heart of its growth. The company offers regular in-house training, structured professional development, and genuine career progression—making it an ideal move for an experienced leader looking to step into a dynamic, impactful management role.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Director, the HVAC Technical Engineering Manager will take responsibility for leading and developing a multi-discipline engineering team, including mechanical, plumbing, heating, gas and HVAC engineers. You will oversee the delivery of planned preventative maintenance, reactive works, and small projects across a diverse portfolio, ensuring compliance, safety and high-quality service delivery.
This role requires strong technical knowledge, the ability to coordinate engineering resources effectively, and the confidence to provide expert advice to engineers, office staff and clients. You’ll play a key role in optimising performance, maintaining standards, and elevating customer satisfaction.
You’ll join a supportive, collaborative team that prioritises professionalism, integrity and service excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the engineering team to deliver safe, compliant and reliable building services
Oversee mechanical, plumbing, heating, HVAC and gas disciplines across the portfolio
Prioritise workloads and allocate resources to meet operational demands
Provide high-level technical support and mentoring to internal teams and third-party contractors
Ensure accurate and up-to-date maintenance records for all assets
Work closely with the Director to improve system performance and engineering outcomes
Support a variety of engineering projects, ensuring deadlines, budgets and standards are met
Prepare and complete quotations for maintenance works
Deliver exceptional customer service, acting as a knowledgeable point of contact for clients
Requirements
A strong track record in a similar engineering leadership role
Significant technical knowledge across HVAC systems and building services
Degree-qualified engineer or equivalent hands-on engineering experience
Experience working with complex, public or listed buildings (desirable)
Ability to remain calm, clear-thinking and reliable under pressure
Strong communication skills—capable of advising, negotiating and leading confidently
High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Evidence of continued professional development (CPD) is advantageous
Highly organised, proactive and capable of managing multiple priorities
Clean UK driving licence and clean DBS required
Benefits & Package
£43,000 – £47,000 basic salary (DOE)
40-hour week, Monday–Friday
25 days holiday + bank holidays (increases with service)
Company vehicle + fuel card
Laptop, phone/iPad provided
Company pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme (mental health support, counselling etc.)
Annual performance reviews and development planning
Additional perks, benefits and retail discounts
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to step into a stable, people-focused organisation with strong values, long-term growth plans, and a supportive leadership structure