Head of Hydro UK & Europe

Quartzelec Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm in the UK seeks a professional to develop the Hydro Market strategy and manage customer relations. Candidates should possess proven experience in the Hydro & Power Station industry, combined with strong commercial and technical expertise. This role includes operational oversight and the opportunity for significant career advancement within a supportive working environment, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme

Private Healthcare

Company Car

Life insurance (4x your salary)

Enhanced annual leave entitlement

Company-funded gym subsidy payments

Annual vision allowance

Free 24/7 remote GP service

Employee referral program

Long service recognition awards

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Access to free Electric/Hybrid vehicle charging points

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional development through in-house training

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the Hydro & Power Station industry.
• Strong commercial and technical understanding, ideally with an engineering background.
• Knowledge of rotating machines and ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Skilled in tendering and contract negotiation.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop the UK & Europe Hydro Market strategy.
• Lead market analysis, customer development, and account management.
• Represent the company at sales and marketing events.
• Manage the bid process, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance.
• Act as the main point of contact for Hydro customers.
• Support project lifecycle from handover to completion.
• Mentor and train project teams.
• Contribute to business improvement initiatives.

Skills

Experience in the Hydro & Power Station industry

Strong commercial and technical understanding

Knowledge of rotating machines

Tendering and contract negotiation skills

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Willingness to travel

Job description

Who we are…

Quartzelec is an independent, multi-disciplined service provider, proudly employing over 600 people in the UK and beyond, with a turnover exceeding £90 million.

We specialise in contracting and rotating machine services, and our expertise in repairing and maintaining motors and generators is backed by over 100 years of experience in the field.

We take pride in being an engineering authority with a strategic global presence, dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients.

Join us for a unique experience where we value autonomy, giving our employees responsibility and ownership in their areas of expertise.

What You’ll Do

• Own and develop the UK & Europe Hydro Market strategy.
• Lead market analysis, customer development, and account management.
• Represent Quartzelec at sales and marketing events.
• Manage the bid process, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance.
• Act as the main point of contact for Hydro customers, building strong relationships.
• Support project lifecycle from handover to completion, attending review meetings.
• Mentor and train project teams, sharing specialist knowledge.
• Contribute to business improvement initiatives across the organisation.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in the Hydro & Power Station industry.
• Strong commercial and technical understanding, ideally with an engineering background.
• Knowledge of rotating machines and ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Skilled in tendering and contract negotiation.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally.

Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you’ll receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes :

• Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Company Car
• Life insurance (4x your salary)
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement, in addition to bank holidays
• Company-funded gym subsidy payments
• Annual vision allowance
• Free 24 / 7 remote GP service
• Employee referral program
• Long service recognition awards
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Access to free Electric / Hybrid vehicle charging points

Additionally, you'll have access to a wide range of supplementary benefits, including :

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Extensive professional development through our in-house training academy
• Career-enhancing training events
• Exclusive employee discounts and various concessions via our corporate perks platform

Why Quartzelec?

At Quartzelec, we take great pride in our commitment to developing the next generation of talent, as demonstrated by our active engagement with over 100 apprentices. In recognition of our efforts, we were honoured to receive the Employer Recognition Award from two of our training providers in 2025. We are dedicated to fostering growth and supporting our apprentices through guidance and mentorship, enabling them to achieve their full potential.

We offer a distinctive working experience within a company that values autonomy, empowering employees with the responsibility and ownership of their areas of expertise. This approach not only allows you to make a meaningful impact but also creates opportunities for significant career advancement.

Closing Date : tbc

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Strictly no agencies please.