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RoleOverview: GOGC (GlobalOil, Gas and Chemicals) leads the First Fit project sales approach in the EnergyProduction & Chemicals sectors for Steam Thermal Solutions, acting as the go‑to global partner for OpCos by providing the technical, commercial, and project expertise needed to win strategic projects orders and establish the installed base on which to grow long‑term aftermarket revenues.

The GOGC Lead Technical Executive will play a pivotal role in driving technical excellence and innovation within the organisation to grow First Fit project business for the Energy Production and Chemicals sectors across Steam Thermal Solutions. Responsible for overseeing the delivery of GOGC technical activities to meet both customer and business objectives. This position demands a proactive approach to problem‑solving, strong leadership capabilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement across all aspects of technical delivery.

You will act as a key technical authority, collaborating closely with stakeholders and ensuring best practices are followed throughout project lifecycles. As a Lead Technical Executive, your expertise will shape the organisation’s technical direction and foster a culture of collaboration, integrity, and professional development.

Your objectives and responsibilities will focus on:

• Ensuring alignment with strategic business goals and customer requirements.
• Provide expert technical leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative working environment.
• Set and uphold technical standards and best practices across all stages of the project lifecycle, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a technical authority and ensuring effective communication of technical concepts and strategies.
• Identify opportunities for technological advancement and innovation, proactively addressing challenges and promoting the adoption of cutting‑edge solutions.
• Mentor and develop technical talent within the organisation, supporting ongoing professional growth and knowledge sharing.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and resolve issues to ensure successful and timely delivery of high‑quality solutions.

Your previous experience is likely to include:

• A degree in Engineering or equivalent, relevant industry experience is essential.
• Significant experience in leading tasks within a multidisciplinary environment, ideally in a senior technical role.
• Proven track record of driving technical innovation, setting and maintaining high standards, and delivering solutions that align with business and customer needs.
• Strong leadership, mentoring and stakeholder management experience, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and risk management, with a commitment to continuous professional development and operational excellence.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Demonstrate ability to complete complex tasks on time, and to the required quality standards, consistently exceeding stakeholder expectations.
• Successful implementation of innovative solutions that contribute to measurable business growth, operational efficiency, or enhanced customer satisfaction.
• Proactive identification and mitigation of risks, resulting in minimal project disruptions and robust contingency planning.
• Strong collaboration and communication with internal and external stakeholders, fostering trusted partnerships and ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Ongoing commitment to professional development, maintaining up‑to‑date technical expertise and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

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The Steam Thermal Solutions business is one of three businesses within Spirax Group. Spirax Sarco and Gestra, are our two brands that form Steam Thermal Solutions and are global leaders in the supply of engineered solutions for the design, provision and maintenance of efficient industrial and commercial steam systems. Steam Thermal Solutions has global coverage across 67 operating units (called OpCos), organised into four Divisions: EMEA, APAC, Americas, Gestra.

Spirax Group is a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi‑national industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies.

Our Purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world. Our technologies play an essential role in critical industrial processes and industrial equipment across industries as diverse as Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Power Generation, Semiconductors and Healthcare. With customers in 165 countries, we provide the solutions that sit behind the production of many items used in daily life, from baked beans to mobile phones!

Our Purpose, supported by our inclusive culture and Values, unites us, guides our decisions and inspires us everywhere that we operate. We support our colleagues to make their difference for each other as well as customers, communities, suppliers, our planet and shareholders by creating a truly equitable working environment where everyone feels included.

You will receive a competitive salary (and a discretionary bonus), flexible working and excellent benefits including 27 days holiday allowance (before bank holidays), 3 days’ paid volunteering leave, comprehensive private healthcare, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, optional participation in a Share Ownership Plan, free onsite parking, flexible benefits, and access to a personal discounts portal. We also offer a range of additional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan, detailed below.

We are passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential. For us, that means supportive teams and strong relationships where everyone’s contribution is valued - across social and cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, genders, gender identities, abilities, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, and everything else that makes us human and unique.

We want everyone to be able to make their difference here, so we will always consider requests for flexible working.

We know that everyone needs some extra help from time to time too, so we have introduced a range of additional benefits through our Group Inclusion Commitments. These include gender‑neutral parental leave, 15 days of extra paid caregiver leave, paid time off and support for anyone experiencing pregnancy loss or domestic abuse, menopause‑friendly workplace principles and more. Learn more at https://www.spiraxgroup.com/en/life-at-spirax/our-inclusive-group/our-inclusion-commitments.

We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to apply using this scheme, please select this option in our application form or notify our recruitment partners.