About the role
SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions, working with clients to help make sustainability happen, within a collaborative, people-first culture.
Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced
Technical Director to join our established
Process Engineering team, delivering high-profile projects across the bioenergy, anaerobic digestion (AD), biomethane, energy from waste (EfW), recycling and circular economy sectors.
You'll lead the origination, development and delivery of projects from concept through to commissioning, working closely with clients, funders, contractors and multidisciplinary teams. The role includes:
- Originating and leading bioenergy, anaerobic digestion, biomethane and EfW projects across the full project lifecycle
- Delivering concept designs, feasibility studies, technical assessments and technical due diligence assignments
- Developing client relationships, preparing proposals and supporting business development activities
- Leading, mentoring and developing engineers and consultants within the team
- Supporting procurement, contract management, construction, commissioning and operational troubleshooting activities
- A combination of office, home-based and site-based work across the UK and occasionally internationally
- You'll collaborate with colleagues across Process Engineering, Advisory, Environmental Management & Compliance, Land & Water, and Environmental Specialist Services, on complex and impactful projects, with opportunities for UK and international exposure.
Rewards & Benefits
SLR's ‘One Team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment where people can develop and grow. Through a structured career framework, regular performance reviews, and support towards chartership, professional qualifications and licences, we offer excellent opportunities for long-term career progression. Our flexible benefits and reward package includes:
Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
Company pension
Private medical insurance
Life, income, and travel insurance
Critical illness cover
- Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle-to-work schemes
- Flexible, hybrid and agile working
- 25 days’ annual leave plus flexible public holidays
- Buy or sell leave options
Core working hours
Cross-border remote working and sabbatical opportunities
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay
Workplace Nursery benefit
Volunteering and Community Giving
Employee Assistance Programme
Specialist support for mental health, stress and menopause, supporting our people both professionally and personally
About You
- Extensive experience within anaerobic digestion (AD), biomethane, energy from waste (EfW), waste processing, recycling or related sectors
- A degree in Engineering, Biochemistry or a related discipline
- Proven experience originating, winning and managing technical projects within consultancy, operational or construction environments
- Experience delivering concept designs, feasibility studies, technical assessments, due diligence and contract management activities
- Strong numeracy, data analysis and financial modelling capabilities
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint, with strong technical report-writing skills
- Experience leading and mentoring multidisciplinary engineering or consultancy teams
- Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and business development skills
- Chartered Engineer status or progress towards chartership (desirable)
- A relevant Master's degree (desirable)
- Experience working on site, including H&S and CDM Regulations (desirable)
- A driving licence that permits you to legally drive in the UK is required for site visits
Culture & Inclusion
Inclusion is fundamental to who we are. We are committed to equal opportunities and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive, supported by active Culture & Inclusion Committees and Employee Networks. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
If this
Bioenergy
Technical Director role feels like a great fit for your experience and ambitions, we'd love to hear from you.