Technical Services Director UK&I

Independents by Sodexo; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sodexo benefits package

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Regional Technical Services Director UK&I to lead the development and delivery of Technical Services across the UK & Ireland. This senior role drives technical excellence, engineering compliance, and operational performance across Hard FM, Projects and Energy Services, shaping strategic bids and standardising engineering practices.

You will oversee major mobilisations, transitions and the Authorising Engineer capability, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a senior Technical Services or Facilities Management leadership role.
• Strong understanding of Hard FM, engineering maintenance and statutory compliance.
• Experience developing technical strategies and service delivery models.
• Proven experience supporting bids, tenders and technical solution development.
• Experience leading mobilisation and transition programmes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the UK&I Technical Services strategy aligned to business objectives.
• Provide leadership across Hard FM, Projects, Energy Services and Engineering Compliance.
• Maintain engineering standards, governance frameworks and technical best practice.
• Support strategic bids, tenders and business development opportunities.
• Develop innovative and commercially viable technical service solutions.
• Lead and support mobilisation and transition activities across the region.
• Drive the growth of Energy Services and Decarbonisation opportunities.
• Develop and expand the Mobile Engineering service model.
• Provide technical assurance and governance for engineering solutions and operational delivery.
• Support the development and growth of Authorising Engineer services.
• Lead technical audits, compliance reviews and engineering assurance activities.
• Build strong relationships with customers, operational teams, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Develop technical capability, succession plans and engineering career pathways.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Bid support

Technical governance

Education

Engineering degree

Chartered status (IET/CIBSE/IMEchE IWFM)

Tools

Authorising Engineer

Job description

Regional Technical Services Director UK&I

Salary: Competitive salary depending on experience
Location: UK & Ireland (National Role with Travel)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Regional Technical Services Director to lead the development and delivery of Technical Services across the UK & Ireland.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving technical excellence, engineering compliance, operational performance and business growth across Hard FM, Projects and Energy Services. You will work closely with operational, commercial and business development teams to develop innovative technical solutions, support strategic bids and ensure consistent engineering standards across the business.

You will also provide technical oversight for major mobilisations and transitions, while leading the development of our Authorising Engineer capability and Mobile Engineering proposition.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the UK&I Technical Services strategy aligned to business objectives.
• Provide leadership across Hard FM, Projects, Energy Services and Engineering Compliance.
• Maintain engineering standards, governance frameworks and technical best practice.
• Support strategic bids, tenders and business development opportunities.
• Develop innovative and commercially viable technical service solutions.
• Lead and support mobilisation and transition activities across the region.
• Drive the growth of Energy Services and Decarbonisation opportunities.
• Develop and expand the Mobile Engineering service model.
• Provide technical assurance and governance for engineering solutions and operational delivery.
• Support the development and growth of Authorising Engineer services.
• Lead technical audits, compliance reviews and engineering assurance activities.
• Build strong relationships with customers, operational teams, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Develop technical capability, succession plans and engineering career pathways.

About You

• Significant experience in a senior Technical Services, Engineering Services or Facilities Management leadership role.
• Strong understanding of Hard FM, engineering maintenance and statutory compliance.
• Experience developing technical strategies and service delivery models.
• Proven experience supporting bids, tenders and technical solution development.
• Experience leading mobilisation and transition programmes.
• Strong knowledge of engineering governance, compliance and risk management.
• Commercially aware with strong business development and customer focus.
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable working across multiple sites and building relationships at all levels.

Desirable

• Experience within Projects, Capital Works, Energy Services or Decarbonisation.
• Authorising Engineer or Authorised Person experience.
• Experience developing mobile or field-based engineering services.
• Degree qualified in Engineering, Building Services or a related discipline.
• Chartered status or membership of a recognised engineering institution (IET, CIBSE, IMechE, IWFM or equivalent).

What You'll Achieve

• Growth in Technical Services, Projects and Energy Services revenue.
• Successful delivery of technical solutions that support business growth.
• Strong engineering compliance and assurance performance.
• Successful mobilisation and transition of new contracts.
• Development and expansion of Authorising Engineer services.
• Improved customer satisfaction and retention.
• Increased operational efficiency through innovation and technical best practice.
• Development of technical talent and engineering capability across the region.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.

For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.