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Posted 10 August, 2026

Director of Process Technolgy

Binnies UK Ltd
Chester, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Director of Process Technology UKCompetitive Salary + Excellent BenefitsRemote Working This role offers remote or hybrid working, with travel to UK sites and offices as requiredFull-time PermanentAt Binnies, we design and deliver innovative engineering solutions that help our clients tackle some of the worlds most complex water and environmental challenges. As part of our continued growth and succession planning, we are seeking a Director of Process Technology to lead our UK process engineering capability, shape our technical direction and drive excellence across the business.This is a strategic leadership role combining technical expertise, people leadership, business development and operational excellence. You will lead our Process Technology team, strengthen our technical capability, grow client relationships and ensure Binnies continues to be recognised as a market leader in water and wastewater treatment, resource recovery and industrial process engineering.You will champion innovation, digital delivery and technical excellence while supporting the development of engineering standards, processes and best practice across the organisation.Why Join BinniesWe offer more than a job - we offer a career with purpose, built on a supportive culture that values collaboration, inclusion and personal growth. In addition, we offer excellent benefits including:Competitive car AllowanceEnhanced pensionPrivate Health Insurance & Income ProtectionLife AssuranceAnnual Leave Purchase SchemeClear career paths and development supportAnnual pay reviews and bonus opportunitiesHighstreet discounts & gym membership offersAnd many moreKey ResponsibilitiesDevelop and deliver the strategic vision for Process Technology, aligned with Binnies business objectives, growth ambitions and market directionProvide technical leadership across water and wastewater treatment, biosolids, resource recovery, industrial water and emerging process technologiesLead, develop and inspire a high-performing Process Engineering team, including recruitment, succession planning, mentoring, professional development, workforce planning and budgetingDrive technical excellence through engineering standards, design guidance, knowledge sharing, process optimisation and continuous improvementWork closely with the Binnies Leadership Team and wider engineering disciplines to ensure strong technical governance, quality assurance, risk management and effective resource utilisation across projectsSupport strategic bids, frameworks and major programmes by providing technical leadership, contributing to winning work and delivering value through trusted client relationships and innovative solutionsChampion digital engineering, automation and opportunities to standardise processes and improve delivery efficiency across the businessRepresent Binnies externally through industry forums, conferences, professional institutions and partnerships with universities, research organisations and technology providers to strengthen our reputation and maintain our position as a market leaderSkills & ExperienceWe're looking for an inspiring and collaborative technical leader with experience gained within an asset owner, contractor or engineering consultancy, leading multidisciplinary teams across complex, multi-site commissions. You'll be passionate about developing people, championing innovation and delivering outstanding engineering solutions.Youll bring:Significant experience leading multidisciplinary process engineering teams within the UK water or environmental sectorRecognised technical expertise in water and wastewater treatment process design, optimisation and project deliveryStrong commercial awareness, with experience supporting business development and building strategic client relationshipsA proven track record of driving technical excellence, innovation, engineering standards and continuous improvementExcellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience leading geographically dispersed, multidisciplinary teamsChartered Engineer status (or equivalent) with a relevant professional institutionYou will be an inspiring and collaborative leader, committed to developing people, championing innovation and digital delivery, and promoting engineering quality, safety and integrity across the businessThis is a rare opportunity to shape the future of Process Technology within one of the UKs leading water engineering consultancies. Youll influence technical strategy, develop outstanding people, work on nationally significant programmes and help solve some of the industrys biggest challenges around resilience, sustainability, net zero and resource recovery.TPBN1_UKTJ