Technical Manager - Industrial
We are currently partnering with a well-established, market-leading engineering services provider to recruit a Technical Manager to support operations across the UK. This is a senior, business-critical role offering the opportunity to shape technical standards, influence project delivery, and play a key part in the ongoing growth of a highly respected organisation within the mechanical and combustion services sector.
The Company
Our client is a long-standing engineering business delivering maintenance, upgrades, and specialist services across complex industrial environments. Operating nationwide, they support a diverse client base across sectors such as pharmaceutical, automotive, and manufacturing, with a strong reputation for technical expertise, responsiveness, and energy-efficient solutions.
The Role
This is a hybrid technical leadership position, combining office-based responsibilities with on-site involvement across multiple projects. You will take ownership of technical standards, compliance, and operational support, working closely with service, projects, and commercial teams to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
* Act as the technical authority across the business
* Drive engineering standards, compliance, and best practice
* Support delivery of technical aspects across all regions
Operations & Project Support
* Lead technical input on upgrade and retrofit projects
* Oversee installation and commissioning activities
* Ensure projects are delivered to cost, quality, and time targets
Training & Development
* Develop and deliver technical training programmes
* Support and mentor engineers, apprentices, and new starters
* Provide ongoing technical support to service and sales teams
Compliance & Continuous Improvement
* Lead gas audits and compliance activities
* Ensure systems align with current regulations and standards
* Identify and implement process and procedural improvements
* Promote best-in-class maintenance practices across the business
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
* Act as a technical point of contact for key clients
* Support relationship management from a technical perspective
* Assist with complex problem-solving and technical escalations
The Candidate
We are seeking an experienced technical leader with a strong background in combustion, boiler systems, or mechanical services.
Essential
* Strong technical expertise in boiler house / combustion environments
* Proven leadership or management experience
* Electrical competency
* Background in engineering or operational management
* Strong understanding of health & safety and compliance standards
* Experience with ISO standards and industry best practice
* Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office)
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable
* Experience supporting multi-site or national operations
* Commercial awareness with the ability to support business growth
The Package
* Salary 60,000 - 70,000 DOE
* Enhanced pension
* Company vehicle (including electric vehicle option)
* Private healthcare
* Death in service
* Employee assistance programme
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Enhanced family leave policies
Why Apply?
This is a standout opportunity to join a business where you can genuinely influence technical direction and standards, while working across a wide range of projects and sectors.
You’ll be part of a company that values expertise, continuous improvement, and long-term development, offering real scope to shape both your role and the wider engineering function.
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