Gas Turbine Technical Head

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking energy company seeks a Gas Turbine Technical Head to lead technical direction and mentor teams. This role involves overseeing gas turbine operations, providing strategic guidance, and ensuring best practices in a sustainable energy context. Join a diverse team committed to innovation and excellence while enjoying competitive benefits and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-related benefits

Enhanced company pension scheme (up to 12% contribution)

Private medical insurance including access to a free GP service

26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Access to flexible benefits including dental and life insurance

Electric vehicle charging at key sites

Continuous personal development and global career opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive technical experience with gas turbines, ideally with an OEM.
• Strong grasp of power gas turbines (large and medium scale).
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent technical accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Act as subject matter expert for gas turbines across the asset portfolio.
• Lead and contribute to root cause investigations and technical audits.
• Coach and mentor team members while overseeing technical competencies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Technical Proficiency

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you ready to lead the technical direction of gas turbine operations and shape the future of sustainable energy? We are looking for a

Gas Turbine Technical Head

to join a forward-thinking, international energy company that is driving innovation and excellence across its fleet.

About the Role

As the

Gas Turbine Technical Head

, you’ll act as the technical authority across a diverse range of gas turbine assets. You will support new-build specifications, through-life performance, inspections, repairs, and upgrades—ensuring best practices and cutting-edge solutions are delivered at every stage.

This is a leadership role where you will mentor technical teams, oversee technical development, and provide strategic guidance on complex engineering matters. Your work will contribute directly to the evolution of energy and help shape a cleaner, more efficient future.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the subject matter expert for gas turbines (excluding combustion, fuels & emissions) across the asset portfolio

Provide technical consultancy and strategic input into engineering projects and ongoing fleet support

Lead and contribute to root cause investigations, technical audits, and performance reviews

Coach and mentor team members while maintaining oversight of technical competencies and development

Evaluate modification proposals, oversee return-to-service decisions, and support continuous improvement initiatives

Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams to support innovation, research, and development in gas turbine services

What We're Looking For

Essential:

Extensive technical experience with gas turbines, ideally gained with an OEM

Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent technical experience

Strong grasp of power gas turbines (large and medium scale)

Excellent communication skills—able to simplify complex issues

Proven ability to manage and deliver multiple technical projects

Strong coaching, leadership, and team development abilities

High technical proficiency in English (written and spoken)

Competency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Strong focus on health, safety, security, and environment (HSSE)

Desirable:

Chartered Engineer status or equivalent technical accreditation

Experience with aeroderivative or small-scale gas turbines

Knowledge of inspection and condition assessment technologies

Background with operators of gas turbine assets

Experience in performance testing or data analysis

Awareness of regulatory considerations for gas turbine operations

Willingness to travel and a valid driving licence

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary with performance-related benefits

Enhanced company pension scheme (up to 12% contribution)

Private medical insurance including access to a free GP service

26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Access to a wide range of flexible benefits, including dental, life insurance, critical illness cover, and more

Electric vehicle charging at key sites

Continuous personal development and global career opportunities

A diverse and inclusive working culture with over 80 represented