EMEA Engineering Director (Facilities Management Services) at Canopy

Full description

We have been instructed to appoint an EMEA Engineering Director to lead engineering excellence across a large, multi-country facilities management portfolio. This role will drive technical strategy, engineering compliance, asset management, and operational performance across complex client estates throughout the UK & Europe

You will play a critical role in shaping engineering standards, ensuring regulatory compliance, improving asset performance, and supporting major account growth across mission-critical and corporate environments.

This is a senior leadership position requiring a blend of strategic thinking, technical authority, and operational delivery expertise within the facilities management or built environment sector.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement the EMEA engineering strategy aligned with organisational goals and client requirements.Provide technical leadership across all engineering disciplines including mechanical, electrical, Lead and mentor regional engineering teams, fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and technical excellence.Ensure full compliance with regional engineering regulations, statutory obligations, and safety standards.Establish and maintain engineering governance frameworks, policies, and best practice standards.Act as the senior technical authority for engineering compliance across the EMEA portfolio.Drive improvements in asset reliability, lifecycle management, and engineering performance.Standardise maintenance methodologies and engineering processes across multiple countries.Support operational teams in delivering high-quality engineering services to key accounts.Partner with commercial and operations teams to support new business opportunities and technical solutions.Engage with senior client stakeholders as the technical subject matter expert.Lead technical mobilisation of major contracts and complex sites.Champion engineering innovation including digital maintenance, smart buildings, energy optimisation, and decarbonisation initiatives.Support clients in achieving sustainability, energy efficiency, and ESG targets.

Our client is global leader in the provision of IFM & Workplace services, this is a fantastic opportunity to shape engineering delivery across a prestigious global account.