Head of Engineering | Up to £90,000 + Bonus | Senior Leadership Role
Are you ready to step into a true strategic engineering leadership role where your impact will be seen, felt, and valued across an entire multi-site estate?
We’re partnering with a high-profile, values-led organisation to appoint a Head of Engineering into a critical, board-level position reporting directly to the CEO. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a complex, diverse engineering operation and shape the long-term infrastructure strategy of a forward-thinking business.
This role is ideal for a senior engineering leader looking to move into a broader, more influential position where technical excellence meets strategic vision, people leadership, and continuous improvement.
The Opportunity
As Head of Engineering, you will lead all engineering, maintenance, IT and infrastructure across a large, operational estate. You will be responsible for setting standards, building long-term asset strategies, developing high-performing teams, and ensuring every system performs with reliability and precision.
This is a hands-on leadership role with real autonomy, influence at the top table, and the chance to leave a lasting legacy.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
* Full leadership of a multidisciplinary Engineering & Maintenance function
* Asset management across buildings, plant, vehicles, IT, CCTV and infrastructure
* Owning and optimising the CMMS and maintenance planning strategy
* Budget ownership, capital investment planning and lifecycle management
* Driving preventative maintenance and continuous improvement
* Developing a strong health, safety and compliance culture
* Leading and inspiring internal teams and specialist contractors
* Maintaining a strong on-site presence and visible leadership style
What We’re Looking For
* Degree-qualified in a relevant Engineering discipline
* 7+ years’ experience in senior engineering or technical leadership
* Strong background in facilities, estates or multi-site engineering operations
* Excellent planner with proven scheduling and CMMS experience
* Confident leader of multidisciplinary technical teams
* Commercially aware with budget and capital project experience
* Comfortable operating at senior leadership level with high autonomy
What’s On Offer
* Salary up to £90,000 + Performance Bonus
* Exceptional long-term career progression
* Outstanding benefits and wellbeing package
* A leadership role with genuine influence at board level
* A culture built on excellence, pride, and continuous improvement
* The chance to shape the future of a complex, high-profile operation
Why This Role?
This isn’t just another Head of Engineering position. This is a career-defining opportunity for a senior leader who wants real ownership, real visibility, and the platform to build something truly outstanding over the long term.
If you’re a strategic, people-focused engineering leader ready for your next major step — I’d love to speak with you in confidence.
📩 Message me directly or apply via LinkedIn to start the conversation.