Head of Technical - Modular Services

The Head of Technical – Modular Services is responsible for leading the technical direction, governance, and operational excellence of AVK’s Modular Solutions function. This role oversees the technical team, ensures compliance with industry standards, and drives continuous improvement across design, testing, and commissioning activities. Acting as the central technical authority, the role supports cross-functional collaboration to deliver high‑quality engineered modular solutions, enhance business processes, and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the Modular Solutions Technical Team, ensuring effective technical guidance and performance management.
• Oversee individual and team performance, identifying development needs and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Technical inspection and test of the modular solution, carry out FAT/FOK as required with the management of the site test laboratory.
• Advice and specify test equipment and test/commissioning scenarios.
• Manage resource allocation to ensure timely and efficient delivery of assigned tasks.
• Ensure all Modular Solutions comply with relevant industry standards and regional regulations relating to electrical safety and modular construction.
• Conduct internal reviews and approvals of design proposals, offering expert technical support as required.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, and project management teams to deliver and create integrated, high-quality technical solutions, test scripts, SOOs, O&Ms, and QA documentation.
• Liaise with clients and internal stakeholders to resolve technical queries through remote communication, office discussions, or on-site visits.
• Work closely with Quality and Engineering Systems teams to enhance business best practice.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering and technical functions.
• Promote proactive identification, mitigation, and resolution of technical and project risks.

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree-level qualifications in engineering (BEng/MEng/CEng preferred) or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum of five years’ experience working within Modular Solutions.
• At least three years’ experience in site-based testing and commissioning of power switchgear and controlgear assemblies, including system integration and testing.
• Knowledge of international standards relevant to power switchgear and controlgear assemblies is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of UPS systems, generators, and cooling solutions.
• Familiarity with PLC control systems.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Autodesk Construction.
• Ability to interpret product standards, technical documentation, component specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Proven personnel management skills.
• Demonstrated proactive, practical, and flexible approach to work.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Full valid driving licence with willingness to undertake occasional travel for business needs.

• Private Health Insurance
• Performance Bonus
• Pension Plan
• Birthday Off
• Company Events