Utilities Manager

Principal Utilities Engineer/Manager - Sustainability Location: Southampton We are looking for an experienced Principal Utilities Engineer/Utilities Manager to lead the safe, reliable and efficient operation of critical utilities across a UK manufacturing environment. You will drive utility performance, energy efficiency, sustainability, compliance and site resilience, while acting as UK Electrical Duty Holder and Senior Electrical Authority. Key responsibilities * Lead reliable provision and optimisation of utilities including water, electricity, gas, HVAC, compressed air, chilled water and process systems. * Identify and deliver improvements that reduce cost, consumption and emissions while improving resilience and supporting future growth. * Maintain electrical safety and compliance across UK manufacturing sites as Electrical Duty Holder and Senior Electrical Authority. * Produce utility usage, cost saving, compliance and sustainability reports for internal stakeholders and external obligations including ESOS. * Work with engineering, maintenance, EHS, production, finance, vendors and leadership teams to deliver continuous improvement. * Coach technical staff and promote safe, efficient utility use across operations. Travel * Regular travel between Hampshire sites, with occasional off-site meetings, conferences or vendor visits. About you * Strong experience in utilities, facilities management or engineering * Proven ability to improve utility performance using data, technology, process optimisation and stakeholder engagement. * Electrical safety and compliance expertise, ideally across multi-site operations. * Experience leading projects, managing budgets, working with contractors and supporting technical teams. * Strong communication, problem-solving and leadership skills. Qualifications and experience * Previous experience in facilities management, utility operations or a related field. * Engineering, facilities management or related qualification preferred. * Project management and electrical safety certification would be preferred. What we offer A competitive package including bonus, private medical insurance, 25 days’ holiday, pension, wellbeing support and learning and development opportunities