Overview
Role: Head of Engineering (Standards & Practices) – EMCOR UK
Location: Home Based with regular travel across the UK
Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 17:00
About EMCOR UK: EMCOR UK revolutionises facilities management by combining engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people, collaborate with customers, and focus on safety, compliance, and assurance. Our aim is to create a better world at work and to deliver efficient, sustainable facilities.
What You’ll Do
Policy, Processes, and Practices
* Develop, implement and maintain EUK engineering policies, processes, and practices which underpin the delivery of technical standards and engineering excellence.
* Maintain and update the Hard FM services toolkit on the EUK IMS, including the Critical Environment Management System (CEMS) framework and data centres “Manage & Maintain” documentation set.
Operations
* Collaborate with operational technical leads to manage, monitor and improve operational maintenance delivery standards and evidence, including planning, scheduling, supervision, work control, training, coaching, reconciliation, KPI, and SLA.
* Lead the delivery of EUK’s Critical Environment Management System (CEMS).
* Serve as the primary technical interface for site-based technical teams (non-SSoW).
* Chair the Technical Community of Practice/Engineering Steering Committee (ESC).
* Provide technical support and service stream leadership (as directed) for M&T (non-SSoW).
* Manage, monitor and report risk within the Engineering Division.
Competency
* Oversee the operational roll-out, maintenance and reporting of competency management delivery standards and risk management, including TUPE staff as part of EUK mobilisation activities.
* Maintain oversight and reporting requirements for hard service job descriptions, collaborating with service, Talent and account leads to ensure an accurate baseline of all hard service job descriptions.
* Ensure EUK competency standards reflect legislative and statutory requirements and industry best practice.
Assurance
* Lead the development and delivery of EUK’s account-based site-self auditing (L1/L2) assurance delivery standards and supporting systems.
* Collaborate on L3 audit planning, reporting and escalation strategies.
* Provide operational training and support for assurance activities.
Engineering Excellence
* Own the EMCOR UK Engineering Guide and “Engineering Matters” micro-learning programme.
* Champion professional development and maintain relationships with key industry bodies (e.g. BESA, BSRIA, CIBSE, IET).
* Support thought leadership initiatives including seminars, white papers and roundtables.
* Partner with the apprenticeship manager to support technical apprentices.
* Drive innovation through technical programmes (e.g. e-PTW, e-Logbooks, e-RAMS, e-L8, etc.).
Customer Engagement & Business Development
* Build strong client relationships to understand needs and deliver high-quality technical services.
* Promote EMCOR UK’s engineering capabilities and value proposition.
* Support business development through technical insights, proposals, and presentations.
* Monitor customer satisfaction and implement service improvements.
Responsibilities
* Direct line management responsibility to be established in conjunction with the Director of Engineering focused on engineering division management, projects and fire assurance.
* Functional authority for engineering and technical matters across all service disciplines relating to engineering standards, including supply chain, application of safety rules and compliance management.
Requirements / What You’ll Need
* Chartered Engineering Status (or evidence of working towards) and membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. CIBSE, IMechE, IET).
* Comprehensive knowledge of technical, asset management, safety and risk management.
* Strong knowledge of current technical legislation and ISO standards (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 45001).
* Ability to interpret and provide authoritative advice on technical, safety and asset management issues.
* Proven track record at Senior Engineering Operations level.
* Leadership ability to inspire and develop others, with strong communication skills across audiences.
* Experience in developing and implementing policies and procedures to improve safety, performance and resilience.
* Proven change leadership and ability to drive cultural and behavioural transformation.
* Customer-focused with the ability to mobilise resources effectively.
* Proactive, energetic, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Analytical skills to interpret complex data and provide evidence-based recommendations.
* Professional ambassador for EMCOR UK, maintaining relationships with clients, suppliers, and partners.
Other Factors
* Must be willing to achieve security clearance (SC/DV) as required.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices.
Benefits
* Car Allowance, Private Healthcare, 25 days holidays + Bank holidays, Health Cash Plan, Discount Shopping, Gym, Days Out, Learning & Development opportunities, Paid Volunteering Days, plus many more.
* Industry leading maternity & paternity policies
* Refer a friend scheme – worth £500 per referral
* GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
* Extensive learning & development opportunities, including opportunities for progression
* Discount shopping, gym, mobile, family activities, insurance, dining experiences, car leasing and breakdown cover
* Bike To Work Scheme
* Health cash plan – Benefits covered include optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing
* Dental scheme
* Access to health assessments
* Employee Assistance Programme - Guidance on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries
Seniorities & Type
* Seniority level: Executive
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries: Facilities Services
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic. We are committed to equal opportunities and inclusive practices.
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