EMEA Engineering Compliance Lead

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced EMEA Engineering Compliance Lead to ensure statutory compliance and improve engineering governance. This role, which allows for remote work, requires strong technical leadership and 7-10 years in engineering or facilities management, focusing on UK Government operations. The position offers a 12-month tenure with immediate start and encourages early applications.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years in engineering, facilities management, or building services with experience in compliance.
• Knowledge of Building Regulations, Health & Safety laws, and public sector frameworks.
• Experience working with UK Government organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives for statutory compliance in engineering activities.
• Develop compliance frameworks aligned with UK regulatory standards.
• Manage operational delivery and governance of engineering function.

Skills

UK statutory compliance knowledge

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Leadership skills

Technical expertise in engineering

Education

HNC/HND, BEng or equivalent

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Job description

Job Title: EMEA Engineering Compliance Lead, Working from Home, Interim

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Job Description:

Our client is seeking an experienced Engineering Compliance Lead to support the operational delivery of engineering services across a key EMEA account. The role focuses on strengthening statutory compliance within the contract, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, and improving engineering governance. The position requires technical expertise, proactive leadership, and a strong understanding of UK Government organizations and facilities management.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading initiatives to maintain statutory compliance across all engineering activities.
• Managing the engineering function, ensuring operational delivery and governance.
• Developing compliance frameworks aligned with UK regulations and local statutory requirements.
• Monitoring compliance metrics, documentation, risk management, and corrective actions.
• Collaborating with facilities management teams, contractors, and suppliers to meet technical and legal standards.
• Providing guidance on statutory compliance and conducting audits and inspections.
• Driving continuous improvement in safety, reliability, and compliance culture.
• Participating in strategic planning, budgeting, and performance reviews.
• Leading incident response and resolution during compliance breaches.

Qualifications and Experience:

• At least 7-10 years in engineering, facilities management, or building services, with 3-5 years in compliance or senior technical leadership.
• Knowledge of UK statutory compliance including Building Regulations, Health & Safety laws, PUWER, and public sector frameworks.
• Experience working with UK Government organizations and understanding their operations and procurement processes.
• Technical qualifications such as HNC/HND, BEng, or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or professional membership (e.g., CIBSE, IMechE, IET) preferred.
• Experience managing multi-site or regional engineering functions, ideally with international compliance standards.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and reporting skills.
• Ability to develop compliance frameworks, audit schedules, and risk strategies.
• Knowledge of FM disciplines, maintenance, asset management, and contractor performance monitoring.
• Commercial awareness and leadership skills to support strategic goals.

Additional Details:

• Location: Working from Home
• Start Date: Immediate
• Duration: 12 months
• Application Deadline: Open until filled; early applications encouraged.