Engineering Service Manager (Permanent)

Engineering Services Manager Permanent/Full time and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet As part of the Hydro Team, the Engineering Services Manager will; - Be part of leading the strategic direction for Cruachan to optimise performance, risk, and cost. - Oversee and manage technical risk governance. - Partner with Plant and Managers to ensure efficient, reliable operations and long-term asset integrity. - Develop and assess business cases to drive performance improvements. - Support capital budgeting, outage delivery, and monthly investment tracking. - Identify long-term capital needs aligned with safety, compliance, and market demands. - Provide technical management of plant modifications and change initiatives. - Oversee contracts and compliance (CDM, PUWER, PSSR, LOLER) and support key site services. - Lead, develop and manage Technical Services team performance and capability. - Set objectives, monitor delivery, and drive continuous improvement in plant and team performance. - Lead and contribute to key operational, engineering, safety, and project meetings. - Ensure resources, compliance systems, and processes support safe, efficient operations. - Manage change, audits, and compliance to meet regulatory and business standards.   A degree in engineering (or equivalent experience). - Proven leadership experience in power, engineering, maintenance, or operations. - A strong understanding of hydro technologies and asset optimisation strategies. - Solid commercial awareness, including finance, procurement, and contracts. - Experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams with high engagement and strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities. - An analytical mindset with ability to interpret complex data for decision-making. - Experience with technical specifications, tendering, contractor management, and HSE compliance. As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your A discretionary bonus depending on company performance - Private Healthcare - SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time  - Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10% - Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays - communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news. xkybehq If you’d like to have a confidential chat