Mechanical Works Director (South)

HSL Compliance Limited; Dartford; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training pathways

Pension scheme

Sick pay scheme

Eye tests

Wellbeing support

Retail discounts

Job summary

HSL Compliance Limited is seeking a Mechanical Works Director (South) to lead a regional team from the Dartford area, with hybrid office and travel to sites. You’ll drive safety-first service delivery while expanding the portfolio and profitability.

The role reports to the Operations Director and commands a high level of technical authority. You’ll manage budgets, WIP, and forecasting, coach managers, and lead transformational initiatives across governance, digital tooling, and talent

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Mechanical/Plumbing required; Level 4 or higher preferred.
• Experience leading mechanical/plumbing compliance teams and projects.
• Proven ability to manage multi-million pound P&L and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Set regional direction, governance, and controls for safe, compliant service delivery.
• Direct and coach Mechanical Works Managers and crews with executive oversight.
• Act as senior technical authority for mechanical/plumbing compliance (ACoP L8, HSG274, Water Regs).
• Oversee quality audits, remedial proposals, and RAMS approvals.
• Own regional revenue, budgets, margins, WIP, and forecasting.
• Improve contract profitability through pricing, subcontractor costs, and efficiencies.
• Drive growth by adding new mechanical services and digital tools.
• Serve as senior client contact, handling escalations and contract retention.
• Implement career pathways, competency frameworks, and succession plans.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Budgeting

Safety compliance

Education

NVQ Level 3 Mechanical/Plumbing

Level 4 or higher

Job description

Mechanical Works Director (South)

Location: Dartford Office / Hybrid (South) – with travel to sites

Join HSL Compliance

Reporting to the Operations Director, you will lead a team of Mechanical Works Managers and operational crews to build a high-performing, safety-first division.

You will act as the region's top technical authority on mechanical and plumbing compliance (including ACoP L8, HSG274, and Water Regulations), while driving strategic initiatives to expand our service portfolio, introduce digital innovations, and maximize contract profitability. This is a high-impact executive role designed for a proven leader capable of aligning operational rigor with long-term commercial growth.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Set regional direction, governance frameworks, and operational controls to ensure safe, compliant service delivery.

• Direct and coach Mechanical Works Managers while providing executive oversight across planned, reactive, and emergency works.

• Act as senior technical authority for mechanical/plumbing compliance (ACoP L8, HSG274, Water Regs).

• Oversee quality audits, complex remedial proposals, and high-risk RAMS approvals.

• Hold full accountability for regional revenue, budgets, margins, WIP, and forecasting.

• Optimise contract profitability by challenging pricing models, subcontractor costs, and operational efficiencies during tenders.

• Drive business growth by introducing new mechanical compliance services, digital tools, and modern working practices.

• Serve as senior contact for key clients, managing high-level escalations, performance reviews, and contract retention.

• Implement career pathways, competency frameworks, and succession plans to recruit, retain, and develop talent.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven track record in a senior leadership role within mechanical, plumbing, or building services compliance environments.

• Extensive experience managing multi-million-pound divisional P&Ls, financial forecasting, and contract profitability.

• In-depth knowledge of water safety legislation, ACoP L8, HSG274, Water Regulations, and complex mechanical installations.

• Outstanding communication skills with the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams, influence stakeholders, and champion continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 Mechanical/Plumbing (Minimum); Level 4 or higher (Desirable)

• Technical certifications: ACoP L8, Water Regulations, G3 Unvented (Highly Desirable)

• Safety credentials: SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH (Desirable)

• Full UK Driving Licence (Essential for regional travel)

Why Work for HSL?

• Full training and clear career development pathways
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme & sick pay scheme
• Free eye test every 2 years
• Access to Kinhub (wellbeing & financial support)
• Discounts with hundreds of retailers via Reward Gateway

About Us

HSL Compliance is one of the UK’s leading compliance specialists, helping organisations keep people safe. We work with local authorities, housing associations and businesses across the UK, providing essential services including water safety, fire safety and wider compliance solutions.

Our success is built on the dedication of our people, and we’re proud to offer a supportive workplace where employees can grow, develop and make a real impact.