Director of Specialist Services

About Mecsia

Mecsia is a leading UK provider of technical inspection, maintenance, and engineering services, aiming to transform the industry with a 'Local Service, National Reach' approach. The company has grown significantly through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, including seven business units serving large clients in sectors such as commercial offices, healthcare, and education. With approximately 1,200 employees, including 700 engineers, Mecsia was acquired by Synova in 2024, bringing further growth and service‑excellence focus.

United Kingdom

As Director of Specialist Services you will drive operational excellence and integration across our portfolio of specialist companies, ensuring profitability and superior service delivery to clients.

• Manage, support and lead a team of Managing Directors who run individual subsidiary businesses.
• Lead the operational strategy and integration for specialist companies within the Group.
• Drive cross‑selling and in sourcing to enhance profitability and service for our clients.
• Serve as technical and operational authority for specialist services, guiding senior leadership.
• Own commercial performance, including P&L accountability, cost control and margin improvement.
• Support acquisition strategy by assessing fit and leading post‑acquisition integration.
• Implement robust systems for compliance reporting, quality assurance and operational KPIs.
• Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across business units to leverage synergies and innovation.
• Represent the Group externally as a trusted partner to clients and industry bodies.
• Grow the Fire Safety and Compliance division, overseeing quality assurance and professional competence.

• Proven senior operational leadership in technical services or engineering sectors.
• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks in regulated areas such as Gas, Electrical, HVAC, etc.
• Commercial acumen with P&L management and profitable growth experience.
• Strategic thinker who aligns operational delivery with business objectives.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience in acquisition integration and change management.
• Collaborative leadership style respected by peers and external stakeholders.

• Degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, technical services or business management.
• Professional memberships in relevant industry bodies (e.g. CIBSE, NICEIC, IFSM) desirable.
• Demonstrable track record of managing multi‑site operations and specialist teams.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Bonus scheme.
• Equity.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Company car or allowance.
• 24/7 GP access and wellbeing benefits.
• Employee discounts (gym, retail, etc.).
• Individual recognition schemes with rewards.
• Employee referral scheme.

This is a rare opportunity to join Mecsia at a critical point in its growth journey, playing a central role in shaping the future of its specialist services portfolio. You will work within a supportive, ambitious leadership team in a company committed to being the most people‑focused technical services provider in the UK, backed by Synova’s acquisition strategy and long‑term growth ambitions.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability.

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