3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Technical Operations Director
Location: Manchester (Hybrid : 3 days office / 2 days WFH after training)
Salary: GBP70,000 + Company Vehicle + Excellent Company Benefits
Hours: 37.5 per week Full:time GBP70,000 a year : Full:time
Celebrating 28 years of growth and major project wins, a leading compliance consultancy in the built environment with over 120 staff across Manchester and Essex. Were seeking a Technical Operations Director in Manchester with 10+ years experience in Asbestos and Occupational Hygiene. This senior role blends technical leadership, operational management, and strategic influence as you lead a multidisciplinary team and ensure Health and Safety compliance.
Ideally, youve progressed from roles like Asbestos Analyst/Surveyor to Occupational Hygienist, hold BOHS/RSPH qualifications and a Certificate of Competence in Asbestos (CoC Asbestos), and have strong knowledge of environmental compliance. People leadership is vital, with a focus on staff development, retention, and working alongside HR to build a resilient, engaged workforce.
If youre ready to lead a high:performing team and make a lasting impact in a growing consultancy, this is your chance to take a significant leadership role. As an Employee:Owned Trust (EOT), AEC values collaboration, safety, and quality : and treats its people like family.
What Youll Be Doing
Lead a 40+ person technical workforce of 6 direct manager and 2 project managers Own all things technical and operational in asbestos and occupational hygiene Coach and inspire managers to build high:performing, motivated teams Drive operational and commercial success : with efficiency and integrity Champion training, upskilling, and internal growth : retain our rising stars Ensure excellence in compliance, ISO/UKAS audits, health and safety, and QA systems Represent AEC at national associations like BOHS, ATAC, and FAAM Be the go:to expert for technical queries, client strategy, and major projects
Required Skills. Experience And Qualifications
10+ years in asbestos and occupational hygiene BOHS/RSPH qualifications + CoC Asbestos (preferred) Proven experience managing consultants, surveyors, and senior teams Commercial acumen + compliance expertise Natural leadership with a focus on people, purpose, and progress Experience shaping training, audits, performance reviews, and strategic goals Hunger to make change, and the drive to make it stick
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