Russell Taylor

Role:- Head of Technical- Passive FireLocation: Suffolk- hybrid- 3 days a week on site. Benefits & Salary:- Highly Competitive starting salary, Companycar/car allowance, private healthcare, bonus, shares, Company Pension (4% Employee 4% Company), Death in Service (2x Salary), Health Cashplan, Benefex Discount Scheme, Free EV Charging on-site & 24 days Annual Leave plus bank holidaysRussell-Taylor Group have a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Technical to lead and manage the technical function, drive product development, technical services, and customer support. This role is responsible for ensuring the technical team delivers exceptional service to internal teams and customers, manages new product development, and maintains compliance across all processes and documentation.Key Responsibilities• Provide proactive technical support to sales teams, existing customers, and prospective clients.• Assist with material specification, selection, and performance evaluation for new projects and tenders.• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, presentations, and sustainability information.• Ensure all technical cases are accurately logged in CRM systems.• Lead technical development projects, including material sourcing, manufacturing trials, testing, certification, and project management.• Manage the introduction of new products and bespoke solutions.• Maintain and update the technical file and supporting marketing collateral, including technical datasheets.• Collaborate with marketing to develop materials that enhance the technical offering.• Ensure technical and regulatory compliance across all products and processes.• Manage technical files and documentation, ensuring accurate flow of information into the business.• Act as a technical ambassador internally and externally, representing the company with integrity and professionalism.• Lead, develop, and manage the technical team, including daily tasks, performance reviews, and HR requirements.• Monitor budgets, project progress, and report on team activities and outcomes.The Person• Minimum 10 years in a technical role within manufacturing- Ideally passive fire, acoustic materials etc.• Proven experience managing budgets and leading teams.• Knowledge of New Product Development (NPD) and lean processes.• Strong business acumen and decision-making skills.• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.• Exceptional organisational, planning, and multitasking abilities.• Analytical and problem-solving mindset.• Ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure.• Commitment to quality and compliance.• Achievement-oriented, with a drive to improve processes and outcomes.• Holds people accountable while fostering collaboration.• Strong influence and negotiation skills.• Confident and self-motivated, with resilience to overcome challenges. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us here.

Tendering EngineerFull time - PermanentHybridDo you have mechanical or hydraulic engineering experience?Do you have a background in technical sales and tendering?Are you looking to join a growing company delivering high-profile turnkey M&E projects?Then this could be the role for you!Benefits you'll get:• Up to £50k + bonus• 25 days holiday + bank holidays• Hybrid working• Pension (4% employer contribution)• Private Medical Insurance• Life InsuranceWhat will you be doing?• Developing costed proposals and tenders for M&E projects• Building strong client and supplier relationships• Visiting sites across the UK to assess requirements• Preparing estimates, RFQs and technical documentation• Working with engineering teams to ensure accuracy and feasibilityWhere will you be doing it?• The client are specialists in turnkey M&E projects with a diverse client base across multiple industries where no two days are the same.What you'll need:• 5+ years' mechanical/hydraulic engineering experience• 3+ years' technical sales/tendering experience• Strong communication and customer-facing skills• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel• Motivated, proactive and collaborative attitudeWe know your CV might not be up to date. That's fine - just apply and we'll take it from there. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us here.

Do you want to to work for a major EPC engineering company? Are you an experienced HSE manager? Do you have CDM and / or National Grid experience and knowledge? Reporting to the EPC Manager The role will be predominantly office based but may down the line involve travel to customer sites across the UK. These are mainly Gas Compressor sites. Key Responsibilities • Develop and maintain pro-active QHSE relationships with customers and suppliers. . • Report on business process performance, QHSE escalation and incident management. • Identify and analyse opportunities for process improvements. • Work with managers and colleagues to ensure QHSE compliance, resolve issues and ensure non-conformances are detected early. • Coordinate competency assessments, training and records for large scale projects. • Design and implement new standards, business processes and procedures or improve existing and implement improvements using change management skills. • Persuades stakeholders, builds consensus, and achieves a buy-in for European/global business process improvements. • Provide QHSE advice across all levels within the organisation. • Review Survey Plan and ensure that SHE aspects are addressed appropriately. • Prepare site induction safety packs. • Manage incident reporting such as near misses/accidents etc. • Contribute to the project plans reviewing and adding relevant SHE sections where required: • Contribute to Project Risk Registers from a QHSE perspective. • Assist the Principal Contractor comply with the CDM:2015 Regulations About You • Experience in QHSE, ideally gained in a technical project organisation working with major contractors in the utility construction / power plant construction EPC sectors • Experience of leading a team within this field of expertise. • Experience of leading audits to verify compliance. • 10 years of relevant work experience in a technical/process environment OR academic level with more than 5 years of work experience in technical/process environment • Masters level knowledge of QHSE discipline • Experience of applying or working with CDM Regulations 2015 • NEBOSH / IOSH or equivalent qualification • Problem-solving skills and creative thinking • Ability to build trust, communicate effectively at all levels, build consensus, and achieve buy-in • Auditing and Compliance Management • Highly driven, energetic, proactive, and process-driven • Knowledge of ISO9001, qualification advantageous. The Package You'll be employed on a permanent contract, Hybrid working pattern available based on three office and two working from home days. Superb benefits: Car Allowance Pension with company contribution up to 12.5% dependent upon criteria private medical insurance and health care scheme 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with increments based on length of service. Working hours: Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 5:00pm, Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. Flexibility will be required to meet customer and business needs. Applicants with experience of major Gas Construction projects highly desirable. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us here.

Role :-Laboratory Product Test Engineer - Electrical SafetySalary :-Competitive (DOE)Location :-BuckinghamshireHours :-Monday - Friday (37.5 hours) flexible working hours Benefits:-Pension: 3% employee/5% employer, Life assurance (2 x salary if not in the pension scheme, 6 x salary if in the pension scheme), Retail discount vouchers, paid time off to volunteer, Training available to various levels and roles and wellbeing initiatives.Russell-Taylor Group have a fantastic opportunity for an individual to join a global testing company within their expanding electrical safety department. Our client is looking for an individual with a background in product safety testing and experience in one or multiple electrical safety standards. If this is of interest and you are looking for a new challenge please apply within. Responsibilities • Complete electrical safety evaluations for clients• Assess technical processes and documents to required standards• Manage projects• Provide project updates to both management and clients• Complete and review test reports • Ensure projects are completed to a high standard while keeping to set timescales• Attend customer calls and meetings • Provide technical support where required• Conduct evaluations with necessary quality systems and accreditation requirementsThe Person • Experience in product safety testing• Experience working in an ISO17025 accredited laboratory• Knowledge and experience in safety critical function design of electrical products• Experience in one or more electrical safety standard e.g. IEC/EN60335/62368/60730• Knowledge and understanding of different certification processes• Experienced producing test reports for customers• Able to fault find down to component level Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us here.