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Asbestos Technical Operations Director
Job Posted: 4 days ago
Salary: £ 60,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester
Expire in: 24 days
Job Description
Technical Operations Director
Location: Manchester (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days WFH after training)
Salary: £70,000 + Company Vehicle + Excellent Company Benefits
Hours: 37.5 per week | Full-time £70,000 a year - Full-time
Celebrating 28 years of growth and major project wins, a leading compliance consultancy in the built environment with over 120 staff across Manchester and Essex. We're seeking a Technical Operations Director in Manchester with 10+ years' experience in Asbestos and Occupational Hygiene. This senior role blends technical leadership, operational management, and strategic influence as you lead a multidisciplinary team and ensure Health & Safety compliance.
Ideally, you've progressed from roles like Asbestos Analyst/Surveyor to Occupational Hygienist, hold BOHS/RSPH qualifications and a Certificate of Competence in Asbestos (CoC Asbestos), and have strong knowledge of environmental compliance. People leadership is vital, with a focus on staff development, retention, and working alongside HR to build a resilient, engaged workforce.
If you're ready to lead a high-performing team and make a lasting impact in a growing consultancy, this is your chance to take a significant leadership role. As an Employee-Owned Trust (EOT), AEC values collaboration, safety, and quality - and treats its people like family.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead a 40+ person technical workforce of 6 direct manager and 2 project managers
Own all things technical and operational in asbestos & occupational hygiene
Coach and inspire managers to build high-performing, motivated teams
Drive operational and commercial success - with efficiency and integrity
Champion training, upskilling, and internal growth - retain our rising stars
Ensure excellence in compliance, ISO/UKAS audits, health & safety, and QA systems
Represent AEC at national associations like BOHS, ATAC, and FAAM
Be the go-to expert for technical queries, client strategy, and major projectsRequired Skills. Experience & Qualifications
10+ years in asbestos & occupational hygiene
BOHS/RSPH qualifications + CoC Asbestos (preferred)
Proven experience managing consultants, surveyors, and senior teams
Commercial acumen + compliance expertise
Natural leadership with a focus on people, purpose, and progress
Experience shaping training, audits, performance reviews, and strategic goals
Hunger to make change, and the drive to make it stickBefore You Apply
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