Head Of Technology And Projects - Chemical And Recycling

Rise Technical Recruitment; Vale of White Horse; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Technology and Projects for a dynamic role focusing on developing advanced recycling technology. You will lead multidisciplinary engineering teams, oversee major projects across the UK and Europe, and guide technical strategies in a rapidly advancing sector. The position offers a competitive salary between £80,000 and £90,000, flexible working arrangements, and excellent career progression opportunities. If you aim to influence technical direction in an innovative environment, this role is an excellent opportunity.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Share Options

Training

Progression

Flexible Working

Excellent Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Engineering professional with experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven background in major industrial or petrochemical projects.
• Track record of delivering large-scale projects from concept to operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technology and projects function.
• Manage engineering teams across multiple disciplines.
• Oversee major projects throughout development, design, and operations.
• Guide technical strategy and implement continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Project delivery

Engineering work processes

Team management

Job description

Head of Technology and Projects - Chemical and Recycling

Abingdon; commutable from Swindon, Oxford, Didcot, Wantage, Thame and Wallingford.

£80,000 - £90,000 + Life Assurance + Share Options + Training + Progression + Cutting edge technology + Flexible Working + Excellent Company Benefits.

Are you an engineering leader looking to guide major projects, shape next generation recycling technology and play a key role in a company driving the circular economy forward?

On offer is the chance to join an ambitious organisation developing advanced recycling technology that converts hard-to-recycle plastics into valuable chemical feedstocks. The business is scaling through development, demonstration and commercial projects with strong investment into new capability, giving you the chance to influence technical direction and progress into senior management.

You will lead engineering activity across process, mechanical, electrical, EC&I and CAD; oversee major projects in the UK and mainland Europe; guide technical strategy; coordinate internal and external engineering work and support delivery across all project stages. Occasional UK and European travel will be required.

This role suits an engineering leader with strong project delivery experience who wants real influence at company level and clear progression.

The Role

• Lead the technology and projects function
• Manage engineering teams across process, mechanical, electrical, EC&I and CAD
• Oversee major projects across development, design, construction and operations
• Guide technical strategy and support continuous improvement

The Person

• Engineering professional with experience leading multidisciplinary teams
• Background in major industrial, petrochemical or related projects
• Experience delivering large‑scale projects from concept to operations
• Strong knowledge of engineering work processes, industry standards and coordination

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Matilda Hocknell at Rise Technical Recruitment.

The salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.