Technical Director Location: Hull, United Kingdom Company: Daifuku Logan Ltd Daifuku Logan Ltd, based in Hull, UK, is a leading provider of sales, engineering, manufacturing, installation, operations, and maintenance services for airport baggage handling systems. With a proud heritage dating back to 1958, our Hull site has long been a cornerstone of engineering excellence and innovation, deeply connected to the city of Kingston upon Hull. We are currently seeking an experienced and visionary Technical Director to join our leadership team. This is a pivotal role within the organization, offering a unique opportunity to shape the strategic development of our engineering capabilities and ensure our continued success in the global market. Key responsibilities: As Technical Director, you will be responsible for leading and developing the Engineering Department, ensuring excellence across the following key areas: Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality (SHEQ) standards Product Development and innovation Product Standards compliance and improvement Spares Management and lifecycle support Engineering Support for Tendering processes Delivery of Material Handling Solutions from system design to commissioning, including post-handover support and maintenance Strategic Relationship Management within the Daifuku Airport Group of companies What we’re looking for: We are looking for a highly skilled engineering leader with a strategic mindset, excellent communication abilities, and a strong background in delivering complex technical solutions. Experience in baggage handling systems or a similar industry is highly desirable. Who Are You? Technical degree desirable (BSc or BEng or similar) Chartered Engineer Proven leadership capability of an Engineering group Experience of supporting sales/project engineering/commissioning & testing related to new product introduction Experience of manufacturing and production techniques Trouble shooting experience Excellent planning and organisation skills Business finance knowledge and experience Good communicator (verbal and written) and ability to influence at all levels of the organisation Results-focused with experience of managing to agreed measures of performance and to tight deadlines What We Offer: 25 vacation days A competitive salary Cycle to Work Scheme Christmas Savings Scheme If you're interested in the position, feel free to contact Simon Marshall (HR manager Daifuku Logan) at simon.marshall@daifuku-logan.com. This vacancy is not intended for acquisition purposes.