- Lead, develop and motivate the Technical Services team, including technicians, machinists and supervisors
- Own the safe, reliable and effective operation of OQC's UK technical spaces, including cryogenic laboratories, assembly workshops and machining facilities
- Oversee maintenance schedules, internal work orders and operational performance using reporting and metrics
- Manage external supplier relationships, assessing value for money and partnering with Supply Chain, Purchasing and Legal on contracts and services
- Lead cross-functional projects and improvement initiatives
- Manage technical space expenditure, longer‑term budget forecasts and delivery timelines
- Report clearly to senior stakeholders
- Execute Engineering Operations roadmap priorities, align stakeholders around milestones and ensure accountability through delivery
Requirements
- Significant experience leading engineering or operational teams within a manufacturing, engineering or scientific environment
- Proven project leadership experience within complex technical or operational environments
- Experience managing external partners and assessing supplier performance and value for money
- Strong operational reporting and presentation capability, including communicating effectively with senior leaders, customers and technical teams
- Strong budgetary control, project forecasting and delivery management skills
- Excellent stakeholder, supplier and relationship management capability, with the confidence to influence across organisational boundaries
- Pragmatic leadership style, with the ability to turn complex objectives into clear priorities, motivate teams and escal…
- Degree or equivalent experience in an Engineering or Manufacturing discipline
- Experience forecasting and managing significant annual operational budgets, particularly in the region of £2m–£6m (nice-to-have)
- Experience applying Lean management and risk management methodologies (nice-to-have)
- Strong negotiation and mediation skills (nice-to-have)
- Leadership qualification or training (nice-to-have)
- Health & Safety qualification or training (nice-to-have)
Core Competencies
Demonstrates strong leadership in managing engineering and operational teams within manufacturing or scientific environments, with a focus on budget management, stakeholder communication, and project delivery. Proficient in operational reporting, supplier relationship management, and applying Lean methodologies to drive improvements.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- Engineering Team Leadership
- Operational Reporting
- Budget Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Project Leadership
Hard Skills
- Project Forecasting
- Lean Management
- Risk Management
- Budget Control
- Technical Space Management
Soft Skills
- Stakeholder Management
- Negotiation Skills
- Mediation Skills
- Motivational Leadership
- Effective Communication
Certifications & Qualifications
- Health & Safety Qualification
- Leadership Qualification
Industry Keywords
- Manufacturing Environment
- Engineering Environment
- Scientific Environment
- Operational Performance
- Cross-Functional Projects
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Head of Technical Services – UK in Reading employer: Jobtailor
As a Client Services Coordinator at our dynamic company, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. We offer comprehensive training, opportunities for advancement, and a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a healthy work-life balance and the chance to engage with diverse clients, making every day rewarding and meaningful.
