Technical Manager - Utilities
Travis Perkins Plc
A leading supplier of building materials and home improvement products.
Provide technical guidance on gas & power utilities, support sales and project teams.
1 months ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Northampton, England, United Kingdom
Office Full-Time
Company Size
20,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Building materials supply
Timber supply
Plumbing & heating services
Kitchen fitting
Bathroom fitting
Landscaping materials supply
Tool hire
Sector Specialisms
Building Materials
Interior Design Materials
Ceramic Tiles
Plumbing
Heating Equipment
Power Tools
Kitchen Products
Joinery Products
Role
Description
- **Standards & Compliance:** Stay updated on DNO/GDN approvals and relevant standards. Assist colleagues in selecting compliant products.
- **Utilities Expertise:** Maintain in-depth technical knowledge of Gas and Power products, systems, standards, and regulations. Cultivate relationships with key utilities manufacturers.
- **Market Intelligence:** Keep an eye on regulatory changes, industry trends, and competitor activities. Identify emerging opportunities and contribute to strategic planning efforts.
- **Training Delivery:** Implement the Utilities Training Strategy across National and Regional teams. Develop and conduct training sessions on Gas and Power products, applications, and approval frameworks.
- **Technical Support:** Offer expert guidance on Gas and Power projects. Conduct thorough product research, prepare detailed options reports, and recommend solutions that are cost-effective, feasible, and meet specifications.
- **Process & Documentation:** Collaborate with the Technical Team to streamline processes for technical enquiries and project monitoring. Maintain detailed project progress documentation and ensure effective stakeholder communication.
- **Project Engagement:** Foster relationships with utilities contractors, consultants, asset owners, and designers to identify opportunities and influence specifications. Participate in meetings and deliver impactful technical presentations.
- **Collaboration:** Work closely with the Technical Team, National Account Managers, Regional KAMs, and Branch colleagues to provide seamless technical support.
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Company
Overview
1797
Year Established
Traces its roots back to this year.
- Serves a wide range of industries, from construction to home improvement.
- Supports both large-scale projects and individual DIY enthusiasts.
- Offers products for building, plumbing, heating, and timber.
- Operates through numerous well-known brands and a vast network of branches across the UK.
- Consistently delivers top-tier products and services for major infrastructure and residential projects.
- Known for innovative solutions to meet the evolving industry needs.
- Recognized for strong supply chain capabilities and customer satisfaction.
Culture + Values
Environment + Sustainability
80%, 63% by 2035
Carbon Reduction Targets
The company aims to reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 80% and Scope 3 emissions by 63% by 2035, aligned with the Science-Based Targets initiative.
33% reduction
Scope 1 & 2 Emissions
Achieved a significant reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions by the end of 2023.
100% renewable
Electricity Usage
100% of operational electricity in the UK is sourced from renewable energy, contributing to significant carbon savings.
1.4M L, 3,500 t CO₂
HVO Fuel Savings
Switching to HVO fuel in 270 vehicles reduced diesel usage and achieved substantial CO₂ savings in 2023.
- Switching up to 1,100 diesel forklifts to electric by mid-2024 (estimated reduction ~6,600 t CO₂/year)
- Over 95% of operational waste diverted from landfill; using >30% recycled content in plastic packaging
- 11% of 2023 revenue from products with Environmental Product Declarations for embodied-carbon transparency
- Partner of National Retrofit Hub, influencing retrofit planning and industry decarbonisation
- Piloted full decarbonisation of one branch per business, installing solar PV, heat pumps, LED to inform rollout
- Scope 3 emissions reduced 3% in 2023 and now 6% below 2020 baseline; ratio per revenue improved 28%
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