Head of TechnicalSafety critical plastic productsBased in East MidlandsJob ref: JE/63387 Salary/Benefits: Commensurate with experienceThe client:The company is a leading manufacturer of safety critical plastic pipe products that are used in highly regulated industry sectors. It is at the forefront of innovation and product development employing a highly experienced R&D team. This role has been created to lead the operational delivery of products; ensuring NPD projects are delivered on time, developing internal resource capabilities, interfacing with customers/stakeholders and management of the technical team.The role:Leading a team of professional engineers and technicians that span the design, development and new product introduction process for plastic pipe and fitting systems, mainly used in the utilities sector such as gas and water distribution.The person:The Head of Technical will lead the technical team and in addition, represent the company externally on all technical matters pertaining to the product portfolio. Client meetings are an important attribute of the role and technical competency is therefore vital. Safety Critical knowledge is a pre-requisite.Key competencies expected of the post holder would include:Skilled in new product development process managementSector expertise in market and application engineering for safety critical industry such as Pipeline systems, Automotive, Aerospace or Oil and GasRelevant experience in design for manufacturing in plastics sectorProven ability to manage and deliver customer contracted R&DKnowledge and experience of managing intellectual property portfolioThe ability to operate under pressure when faced with product or customer issuesExpertise of operating in safety critical markets with AFARP/ALARP risksTo lead and motivate the teamsOther Attributes:The post holder must display a high degree of emotional intelligence and provide a constructive ability to operate across a broad range of operational situations. A core attribute is the ability to work throughout the business to achieve operational goals, and to work with customers, suppliers, professional institutions and regulatory bodies to achieve outcomes having a direct bearing on the business reputation. The business expects to be seen as both technically competent, and as a leader in this respect, in its chosen segments.To apply please contact JaneEdwardsjane.edwards@listgrove.com0044(0) 1789 207070For EU roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the European Union.Proof of eligibility will be required with your application.Office Locations: Stratford-upon-Avon, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Düsseldorf, Göteborg,Lyon, Milan, Shanghai, and Washington.PLASTICS - PETROCHEMICALS - PACKAGING - CHEMICALS - ENERGY – RECYCLINGwww.Listgrove.ComListgrove Limited Registered in England No: 119771