Head of Technical Excellence
New Yesterday
Head of Technical Excellence & HSQE
Location: Golborne, Warrington (Head Office) with national travel
Salary: Competitive salary + company car / car allowance
Contract: Full-time, permanent
About the Role
phs Compliance is seeking an experienced electrical and technical leader to join our senior team as Head of Technical Excellence & HSQE .
This is a critical leadership role where you will act as the technical authority for the business, setting engineering standards and ensuring high-quality, compliant delivery across electrical, mechanical and fire safety services nationwide.
You will be responsible for technical governance, competence, auditing and accreditation, while acting as the Electrical Authorised Person / Duty Holder for the organisation.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong electrical background who wants to influence standards at a national level and ensure engineering excellence across a large, multi-disciplinary workforce.
Key Responsibilities Act as the organisations Electrical Authorised Person / Duty Holder
Ensure compliance with BS 7671 and the Electricity at Work Regulations
Set and maintain engineering standards and technical policies
Lead technical governance across electrical, mechanical and fire services
Own the companys technical competence and certification framework
Lead internal audits to ISO 9001 and UKAS 17020
Act as technical lead for NICEIC, CHAS and SafeContractor audits
Analyse technical non-conformances and drive corrective actions
Identify emerging technologies and service improvements
Integrate HSQE requirements into technical systems of work
Support operational teams with expert technical guidance
Skills & Experience Required
Essential Strong background in electrical engineering
Experience in a senior technical or electrical management role
Proven experience as an Electrical Authorised Person or Duty Holder
Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent in Electrical Engineering
In-depth knowledge of UK electrical legislation and compliance standards
IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent)
Desirable MIET membership or EngTech registration
NEBOSH General Certificate
ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification
IEMA membership or interest in environmental compliance
What We Offer Competitive salary
Company car or car allowance
23 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
Buy / sell holiday scheme
Career development and training opportunities
Employee discount platform (phsPerks)
Free onsite parking
Virtual GP access for you and your family
Enhanced parental leave and wellbeing support
Pension scheme and life assurance
Cycle to work and technology purchase schemes
About phs Compliance
phs Compliance is the UKs leading provider of statutory electrical and fire safety testing and remedial services , supporting businesses and public sector organisations nationwide to stay safe, compliant and protected.
We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
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- Location:
- Lane Head
- Salary:
- £75,000
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Management
