Technical Director (Theatre Flooring Projects / Global)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus (OTE)

Progression

International travel

Company vehicle

Company benefits

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited is recruiting a Technical Director for global theatre flooring projects. The role leads the group’s technical function across engineering, product development and support, guiding technical solutions for landmark international projects and driving product innovation.

You will oversee standards, manage cross-functional teams, and collaborate with sales, manufacturing and project teams to ensure quality, performance and continuous improvement on international

Qualifications

• Extensive theatre flooring and carpentry experience.
• Strong CAD and technical drawing capabilities.
• Proven experience leading technical teams and engineering projects.
• Willing to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Group's global technical function across engineering, product development and technical support.
• Provide expert technical guidance throughout the sales and project lifecycle.
• Develop technical specifications, engineering drawings and installation methodologies.
• Support major international projects with technical solutions, site inspections and problem resolution.
• Lead new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Theatre flooring experience

CAD drafting

Leadership of technical teams

International travel readiness

Tools

CAD

Job description

Technical Director (Theatre Flooring Projects / Global)

£85,000 - £100,000 + Bonus (OTE £105,000 - £120,000) + Progression + International Travel + Company Vehicle + Company Benefits

Bexleyheath- Hybrid / International Travel

Are you a senior technical leader from the Theatre Flooring industry looking to take ownership of global technical operations, being the go-to technical specialist on landmark international projects while driving product innovation and technical excellence?

This globally recognised manufacturer specialises in professional performance flooring and staging systems for the dance, theatre, entertainment, education and live events industries. For over 45 years, the business has supplied world-renowned venues and organisations across more than 100 countries, earning a reputation for technical excellence, innovation and quality while continuing to expand internationally.

In this role, you will lead the Group's global technical function, providing strategic and operational leadership across engineering, product development, manufacturing and technical support for theatre projects. Working closely with international sales, project management and manufacturing teams, you will oversee new product development, support major global projects, develop technical standards and ensure the company's products continue to set the benchmark for quality, performance and innovation.

This role would suit a senior technical leader from a theatre flooring background looking to take ownership of a global technical function within a market-leading manufacturer, working on prestigious international projects while influencing future product innovation and business growth.

The Role:

• Leading the Group's global technical function across engineering, product development and technical support
• Providing expert technical guidance throughout the sales and project lifecycle
• Developing technical specifications, engineering drawings and installation methodologies
• Supporting major international projects with technical solutions, site inspections and problem resolution
• Leading new product development and continuous improvement initiatives
• Working closely with manufacturing to improve product quality, performance and production efficiency
• Supporting sales teams with technical presentations, quotations and tender documentation
• Mentoring National Technical Managers and delivering technical training across the Group

International leadership role with regular overseas travel

The Person:

• Technical Director, Head of Technical, Senior Technical Manager or similar
• Extensive Theatre flooring / carpentry experience
• Strong CAD and technical drawing experience
• Proven experience leading technical teams, product development and engineering projects
• Willing to travel internationally

Reference: BBBH25974E

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications and skill set.