Technical Director – Confidential Opportunity
Location: South East
About the Company
A market leader in ventilation, passive fire protection, and smoke control products, our company is at the forefront of innovation and excellence. With ambitious growth plans to double the business, they operate from a state-of-the-art facility, ensuring optimal efficiency and sustainability.
As part of a larger European Group, our client is committed to technical excellence, customer service, and product innovation. This is an exciting time to join us as they continue to expand their market share.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Technical Director to lead and drive the company's engineering, R&D, IT, and quality departments. This is a strategic leadership position, reporting directly to the Managing Director, with 10 direct reports across key technical functions.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead technical and engineering teams, ensuring high-quality product development and innovation
* Drive R&D initiatives to improve and optimise product performance
* Oversee quality assurance and compliance with industry regulations and EN standards
* Manage technical projects from design through to execution, ensuring efficiency and cost control
* Act as the technical lead for key client relationships, offering expert guidance and solutions
* Stay ahead of industry trends and technological advancements to maintain competitive advantage
* Ensure the highest health & safety standards across operations
What We’re Looking For
* Senior-level experience in a technical/engineering role within a manufacturing or a related industry
* Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills with a proven track record of managing teams
* Extensive technical knowledge of ventilation, fire protection, or similar product sectors
* Experience with notified body management and audit protocols
* Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with confidence in client-facing interactions
* A degree in Engineering or a related field is highly desirable
What’s in It for You?
* Competitive salary + performance-based incentives
* Car allowance/company car
* Opportunity to shape the future direction of a growing business
* A senior leadership role within a high-performing, ambitious team
* Pension + 25 days holiday
Ready to make an impact? Apply now