Head of Technical

Green Recruitment Company; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in the UK is seeking a Head of Technical to lead its expanding teams in solar PV, EV charging, and battery storage. The ideal candidate will drive technical excellence, enhance operational performance, and ensure customer satisfaction. A strong background in renewable energy and relevant leadership experience are essential for this pivotal role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior technical leadership role within the renewable energy sector.
• Comprehensive knowledge of solar PV, EV charging infrastructure, battery storage, and low-carbon heating systems.
• In-depth understanding of UK compliance and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Technical Managers and ensure high standards of safety and compliance.
• Oversee training and development of technical staff and field engineers.
• Monitor and report KPIs across technical and operational teams.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Expertise

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Compliance Knowledge

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related discipline

Tools

Technical Certifications (e.g. 18th Edition, EV Installer, Heat Pump Installer)

Job description

TGRC has partnered with one of the UK's foremost renewable energy groups, dedicated to accelerating the country's transition to net zero through practical, scalable green technologies. The business delivers end-to-end solutions that make clean energy more accessible and affordable for both homes and businesses.

We are looking for an accomplished Head of Technical to lead and develop their expanding technical and operational teams across solar PV, EV charging, battery storage, renewable heating solutions, and home energy management systems. This pivotal leadership role will be responsible for driving technical excellence, enhancing operational performance, and ensuring outstanding customer satisfaction within a fast-paced and purpose-driven organisation.

Key responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Lead and mentor two Technical Managers across solar PV, EV charging, battery storage, renewable heating, and home energy management systems.

• Ensure all installations and services consistently meet the highest standards of safety, quality, compliance, and performance.

• Oversee technical training, certification programmes, and the ongoing professional development of field engineers and technical staff.

• Champion innovation and continuous improvement in product selection, system design, and installation methodologies.

• Assess and implement emerging technologies, leading pilot projects to maintain the company’s position as a market innovator.

• Collaborate with product supply chain partners and R&D teams to ensure go‑to‑market solutions align with evolving market demands.

• Provide technical due diligence and integration support during acquisitions, ensuring synergy realisation across new businesses or product lines.

Operational Oversight

• Lead the Operations team, overseeing customer support, technical escalations, and post‑installation services.

• Manage the Warehouse and logistics function, ensuring effective stock control, efficient supply chain coordination, and on‑time delivery.

• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Sales, Projects, and Finance to ensure seamless, end‑to‑end delivery of customer solutions.

Strategic & Commercial

• Contribute to the company’s strategic direction, focusing on scalable technical operations and sustainable margin improvement.

• Drive supplier cost efficiencies, standardisation, and negotiated savings to support EBITDA growth.

• Maintain ROI accountability, linking engineering and operational decisions to financial performance (e.g., margin impact, installation efficiency, warranty exposure).

• Support due diligence and integration of new technologies, partnerships, and acquisitions.

• Monitor and report KPIs across technical and operational teams, providing regular insights and recommendations to the senior leadership team.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior technical leadership role within the renewable energy, M&E, or utilities sector.

• Comprehensive knowledge of solar PV, EV charging infrastructure, battery storage, and low‑carbon heating systems.

• Demonstrated success in leading multi‑disciplinary teams spanning technical, operational, and logistics functions.

• In‑depth understanding of UK compliance and regulatory standards, including MCS, NICEIC, RECC, and HIES.

• Commercially focused, with strong project management, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

• Degree‑qualified (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related discipline.

• Proven ability to collaborate with manufacturing and R&D teams to develop and bring new products to market.

• Relevant technical certifications (e.g. 18th Edition, EV Installer, Heat Pump Installer) preferred.

• Experience operating within a high‑growth or scale‑up environment, with the agility to adapt to evolving business needs.