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Technical Authority Manager
Job Posted: 13 days ago
Salary: £ 70,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Folkestone, Kent
Expire in: 15 days
Job Description
Technical Authority Manager
Overview
A leading organisation within a highly regulated, safety-critical transport environment is seeking a Technical Authority Manager to join its central Technical Authority function. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with national and international technical, safety, and interoperability standards, while driving continuous improvement across the organisation.
You will act as a key interface between regulatory bodies and internal stakeholders, translating complex requirements into practical, operational standards that support safe and efficient delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure organisational compliance with applicable regulatory, safety, and interoperability requirements across operations
Analyse, interpret, and integrate international and national standards into internal management systems
Lead the alignment of management systems with recognised frameworks, including ISO 9001 (Quality) and ISO 55001 (Asset Management)
Conduct gap analyses between regulatory requirements and existing policies, processes, and procedures
Develop, review, and maintain technical and operational standards to reflect industry best practice
Provide expert guidance to senior stakeholders on regulatory interpretation and operational decision-making
Prescribe corrective actions to mitigate risk and ensure compliance
Support and influence cross-functional teams in adopting and embedding standards across the organisation
Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
Act as a central point of expertise for regulatory and standards-related matters
Lead and facilitate cross-functional collaboration across a matrix environment
Engage with senior internal stakeholders and external bodies, including regulators, certification organisations, and industry groups
Deliver training, workshops, and awareness initiatives to promote compliance and best practice
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge-sharing, and proactive risk management
Candidate Profile
Proven experience (circa 10+ years) in technical compliance, standards integration, or risk approval within a regulated or safety-critical environment
Strong knowledge of ISO management systems and international regulatory frameworks
Demonstrated ability to interpret complex regulations and translate them into operational standards
Experience working within matrix organisations and leading cross-functional initiatives
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to influence decision-making at senior levels and operate in a high-responsibility environment
Why Apply
Opportunity to operate at the forefront of technical governance within a critical infrastructure environment
Work within a progressive, forward-thinking department focused on innovation and continuous improvement
Play a key leadership role in shaping standards, compliance, and risk management across the organisation
Engage with a broad range of stakeholders, including regulators and industry expertsBefore You Apply
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