Head of Estates Engineering Services

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 74,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Head of Estates Engineering Services in Northampton to enhance service delivery within its prestigious operational sites. This role involves leading strategic planning for engineering services, requiring strong leadership and stakeholder skills to manage maintenance and sustainability projects effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading engineering services in comparable operational estates.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and team leadership skills required.
• Exceptional service delivery focus is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction of engineering services and enhance visitor experience.
• Oversee strategic planning and delivery of services across all sites.
• Provide guidance on maintenance, utilities, capital works, and sustainability projects.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Proactive approach

Job description

Job Title: Head of Estates Engineering Services, Northampton

Client:

The Management Recruitment Group (MRG)

Location:

Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Head of Estates Engineering Services

Salary: Up to £88,000 per annum with excellent benefits package

Role Overview: Lead the strategic direction of all aspects of engineering services, creating a culture of exceptional service delivery focused on enhancing the visitor experience.

The estate of the Royal Ballet & Opera comprises three sites, including a main site in Covent Garden with a historic theatre, a second theatre, and additional facilities in Thurrock, Essex, and Aberdare, Wales. The facilities support a busy production schedule and serve thousands of staff, artists, and creative personnel.

The Head of Estates Engineering Services will oversee strategic planning and delivery of engineering services across all sites, providing guidance on building and fabric maintenance, utilities, installation, capital works, and energy-saving and carbon-reduction projects.

Ideal candidates will have proven experience leading engineering services in a comparable, live operational estate. Strong stakeholder engagement and team leadership skills are essential, along with a proactive and engaging approach.

For more details, view the candidate brochure at Head of Estates Engineering Services - Royal Ballet & Opera.

Applications should include a CV and Cover Letter sent to emailprotected before the closing date.

Closing date for applications: Sunday, 25th May, 2025.

The Royal Ballet and Opera are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, particularly those who are ethnically diverse or disabled. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.

Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK.