Installation and Service Manager

Installation and Service Manager (LMism
26) Maidstone, England

Installation & Service Manager (Hands-On)
UK-based | Full-time | In-person | Frequent international travel

Hands-on manager required to lead a team of c.6 Installation Technicians delivering high-spec shielding rooms/enclosures and complex engineered systems to research/medical/academic sites worldwide.

• Lead, coach and resource the installation team across multiple projects
• Lead and support on-site installation, commissioning, snagging and handover
• Interpret engineering drawings/3D CAD; resolve issues with internal engineering teams
• Manage client expectations on-site (meetings, updates, handovers)
• Ensure H&S compliance, RAMS and high-quality finishes; drive process improvements
• 5–7 years’ experience supervising a technical/installation team
• Strong hands‑on installation/engineering/construction background; confident with tools
• Able to read drawings/CAD; strong problem‑solving under pressure
• Excellent communication; organised; customer‑facing professionalism
• Full driving licence + valid passport; willing to work away with all expenses paid/flexible hours
• Mechanical/electrical installation, precision assembly/sheet metal
• Cleanroom/lab installs; HVAC/electrical integration; sealing/finishing
• H&S/risk assessment knowledge; CSCS (preferably Black)