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Head of Field Services & Installations

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Microlise

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Location:
United Kingdom , Nottingham

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Not provided

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Salary:

75000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced and forward‑thinking Head of Field Services & Installations to lead our Field Engineering, Technical Support and wider Service Operations functions. This senior leadership role is critical in ensuring the successful installation, servicing and support of our hardware solutions, while driving operational excellence and delivering an outstanding customer experience. As the Head of Field Services& Installations, you will oversee the performance, development and strategic direction of multiple technical teams. You’ll be responsible for service quality, P&L oversight, third‑party contractor management, and the continual improvement of processes through data‑driven insights and LEAN methodology. This position is ideal for a strong people leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and has a passion for delivering high‑quality technical services.

Job Responsibility:

  • Provide strategic leadership across Field Engineering, Technical Support and Service Operations, ensuring all activities meet high standards of safety, quality and customer satisfaction
  • Oversee the installation and maintenance of hardware equipment, ensuring all work follows engineering best practice, industry standards and internal protocols
  • Develop, refine and roll out engineering procedures, service guidelines and quality frameworks to ensure consistency and operational excellence across the team
  • Create efficient service schedules, manage resource planning and monitor workload to ensure timely, cost‑effective service outcomes
  • Assess incoming customer issues, prioritise incidents appropriately and allocate them to the right resource for an accurate resolution
  • Manage external engineering partners, ensuring adherence to SLAs, quality standards and contract agreements. Review performance regularly and identify areas for improvement
  • Manage departmental financial performance, including forecasting, cost control and identifying efficiency opportunities that support wider business profitability
  • Implement proactive monitoring and data‑driven analysis to identify trends, service challenges, failure points and opportunities for improvement. Translate insights into actionable plans
  • Champion LEAN methodology, running workshops, coaching teams and removing inefficiencies to improve service speed, accuracy and customer outcomes
  • Work closely with senior leadership, product, customer support, operations and other internal stakeholders to ensure service delivery aligns with organisational strategy
  • Provide coaching, mentorship and performance oversight to your direct reports, ensuring they are engaged, capable and working effectively toward departmental goals
  • Maintain high standards of health & safety, risk management and policy adherence across all engineering and service activities
  • Ensure customer issues are resolved promptly, service interactions are positive, and feedback is gathered to continuously strengthen service delivery

Requirements:

  • A proven background in senior field engineering or field service management, with hands‑on experience overseeing complex hardware installations, technical support functions and geographically dispersed teams
  • Solid understanding of hardware installation, servicing and fault‑finding, ideally within vehicle electronic systems or related technologies. Able to provide credible technical guidance and support to engineering teams
  • Experience managing budgets, P&L performance, forecasting and resource planning. Comfortable balancing cost, quality and customer requirements to achieve optimal operational outcomes
  • Understanding of vehicle tracking, fleet, logistics or distribution industries
  • Able to align engineering and service operations to wider business goals, while also ensuring consistent day‑to‑day operational excellence. Skilled at identifying improvement opportunities and driving change
  • Demonstrated ability to build, lead and develop high‑performing teams. Experienced in coaching, performance management, capability building and leading through change
  • Confident engaging with senior leadership, cross‑functional teams, customers and third‑party contractors. Able to communicate complex technical information in a clear, accessible way
  • Comfortable analysing service data, identifying trends and using insight to inform decisions, improve processes and elevate service quality
  • Experience working with SLAs, operational schedules and quality standards, ensuring consistent service delivery across engineering functions
  • Willingness to work flexibly and adapt to changing business needs
  • Full UK Driving Licence and flexibility to travel
  • Health & Safety certifications (e.g., CSCS, HSS) and knowledge of VOSA/DVSA guidelines would be advantageous
What we offer:
  • Full support and training to ensure you are well equipped to succeed in your role
  • Private medical insurance with Vitality Health including rewards for members such as: Free Amazon Prime, Apple Watch, discounted gym membership and many more
  • 33 days holiday, including bank holidays, increasing year on year to 38 days, then further increases with length of service
  • Life Assurance, 4 times your annual salary
  • Free Costco membership, 20% off EE mobile and line rental, and other discounts with Reward Gateway
  • Invested in employee health and well‑being with over 20 mental health first aiders in the business
  • Employee Assistance Programmes
  • Great staff extras: Easter eggs, yearly BBQ, Christmas gifts, annual staff awards and many more incentives
  • Free Microlise Cresswell Racing Tickets, support British Superbikes
  • Executive Box at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
  • Great Place to Work™ certified – We have been recognised by the global authority on workplace culture, so come be a part of our success
  • Best Workplace in the UK™ for Development, Technology, Wellbeing and Women

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 19, 2026

Expiration:
April 08, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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