Technical Director

Job Title: DCS Technical Director
Sector: Data Centre Solutions
Location: London, UK

Purpose of the Role:

• Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of technical standards, system updates, and service solutions across the EMEA portfolio.
• Drive the effective and efficient delivery of technical operations, ensuring best practices in the data centre sector.
• Shape and deliver future engineering strategies while supporting the growth and performance of the business.
• Act as the primary technical interface for clients, ensuring alignment on technical compliance, operational excellence, and training needs.
• Promote and implement the Critical Environment Risk Management (CERM™) model to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient engineering system operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a technical authority, supporting maintenance teams and operations.
• Develop and embed risk management processes, including change control and emergency response plans.
• Oversee essential maintenance periods and ensure compliance with client requirements.
• Build a network of technical experts to support scalability and succession planning.
• Deliver technical needs assessments, develop training plans, and support the creation of reports on reliability, failures, and improvements.
• Interface between projects and operations, ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to best practices.
• Lead the management of business-critical assets, including CMMS implementation, capacity reporting, and spares management.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Extensive experience in technical management at a senior level, particularly in critical environments or data centres.
• Strong knowledge of M&E infrastructure, HVAC systems, and complex HV/LV systems.
• Proficient understanding of compliance standards, such as ACOPs, Health and Safety regulations, and the 18th Edition.
• Minimum HNC in an engineering discipline (degree preferred).
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent experience is advantageous.
• Proven leadership in implementing best practices, managing change programs, and strategic thinking.
• Excellent communication, team collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Attributes:

• Results-driven, proactive, and able to lead teams with confidence and clarity.
• Strong capability in contract management and business operations.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.