Technical Performance Manager

TN United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Performance Manager to lead a team ensuring compliance and quality in technical services. This role involves overseeing technical competency governance, monitoring performance, and managing investigations into technical failures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering or physical sciences, along with professional membership and chartered status. Join a purpose-driven organization committed to safety and innovation in the marine and offshore industry, where your expertise will drive meaningful improvements and foster technical excellence.

Benefits

Professional Development Programs

Inclusive Culture

Mentorship Opportunities

Qualifications

• Senior technical leader with experience in compliance and oversight.
• Fluency in English with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into technical failures and coordinate corrective actions.
• Establish mechanisms for global performance monitoring and review KPIs.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Quality Assurance

Investigation Management

Marine Classification Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer Status

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Technical Performance Manager, Southampton

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Client:

Lloyds Register

Location:

Southampton, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job ID: 40566

Technical Performance Manager

Location: Global Role (Applications invited from all locations)

What we’re looking for

We are seeking a senior technical leader to support our compliance function by leading an independent technical oversight team. This team monitors, investigates, and analyzes technical performance, ensuring systems for tracking quality and governance are robust. You will lead investigations into major complaints, legal cases, and audits, maintaining the independence and trust in our technical services.

What we offer you

• The opportunity to work for a purpose-driven organization that promotes professional and personal development through various programs.

The role

• Technical Competency Governance: Define and oversee policies for managing technical competency, ensure systems are in place, and collaborate across teams to meet business needs.
• Monitoring Technical Performance: Establish mechanisms for global performance monitoring, review KPIs, and support improvement initiatives.
• Quality Assurance of Technical Deliverables: Ensure processes verify the quality of technical outputs, and drive improvements based on audit findings.
• Investigation Management: Lead investigations into technical failures, coordinate corrective actions.
• Technical Learning & Knowledge Sharing: Facilitate training, share best practices, and distribute technical knowledge across the organization.
• Fleet Quality & Port State Control (PSC) Performance: Oversee fleet quality systems, monitor PSC rankings, and lead quality improvement programs.
• Industry Insight & Strategic Alignment: Stay informed of industry trends and contribute to strategic positioning.
• Project & Programme Leadership: Manage major projects, ensure standards and budgets are met.
• Specialist Advisory Support: Provide expert advice internally and externally.
• Continuous Professional Development: Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge and regulatory awareness.
• Mentorship & Knowledge Transfer: Mentor colleagues to promote technical excellence.

What you bring

• A degree or equivalent in engineering or physical sciences, or marine qualifications with sea-going experience.
• Professional membership and Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status.
• Fluency in English and strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of marine classification, statutory processes, and experience as a surveyor or technical specialist.
• Understanding of marine and offshore classification rules and legal proceedings.

About us

We are a leading provider of technical services to the marine and offshore industry, committed to safety, innovation, and customer solutions.

Be a part of

Lloyd’s Register is owned by the Lloyd’s Register Foundation, a global charity promoting safety and education. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and supports all candidates through accessible recruitment processes.

If you have questions, contact us at [emailprotected].