About the Role The Head of Engineering is a senior role responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of all customer-facing engineering activities across the LPG business on the island of Ireland. The role has full accountability for regulatory compliance, customer installations, service and maintenance operations, technical governance, and people leadership, while managing both operational (OPEX) and capital (CAPEX) budgets. This position ensures the company meets all statutory obligations while delivering a high-quality, safe, and commercially effective engineering service to customers.
Key Responsibilities Regulatory Compliance & Safety
Act as the company's senior authority for customer-side LPG engineering compliance in Ireland
Ensure full compliance with all relevant legislation and standards
Irish Gas Safety legislation
HSA/CRU requirements
IS 813, IS 820, IS 3216, EN standards and applicable EU directives
Maintain robust safety management systems, audits, and inspections
Lead regulatory audits and act as primary liaison with regulatory bodies
Ensure contractor and third-party compliance with company and legal standards
Customer Engineering Operations
Lead and oversee: LPG tank installations (bulk and cylinder where applicable), customer site upgrades, removals, and modifications
Planned and reactive service & maintenance activities
Ensure installations and service works are delivered safely, on time, and to agreed cost and quality standards
Develop and improve operational processes to enhance efficiency and customer experience
Technical Authority & Governance
Serve as technical escalation point for complex customer engineering issues
Approve engineering designs, specifications, and non-standard installations
Own and maintain engineering policies, procedures, and technical standards
Provide expert technical input to Sales, Operations, and Commercial teams
Lead root-cause investigations of technical incidents and near misses
People Leadership & Capability Development
Lead and develop a multi-disciplinary engineering organisation
Set clear objectives, performance standards, and development plans
Build a strong safety culture and accountability at all levels
Manage contractor performance, capability, and compliance
Drive succession planning and skills development across the function
Financial & Budget Management
Full ownership of Customer Engineering OPEX and CAPEX budgets
Develop and manage annual budgets aligned with business strategy
Control costs while maintaining safety, compliance, and service standards
Deliver productivity improvements and cost efficiencies where appropriate
Stakeholder Management
Work closely with Commercial and Sales teams, Operations and Supply, HSE and Quality functions
Engage external regulators and inspectors, contractors and engineering partners
Support customer escalations where engineering leadership is required
Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will be a senior, technically accomplished leader with extensive experience in the LPG, gas, utilities, or a similarly regulated engineering environment. They will have a proven track record of leading and developing field-based teams, operating as a trusted technical authority, and making sound, risk-informed decisions at a senior level. With strong commercial and financial acumen, the candidate will be confident managing both OPEX and CAPEX budgets while driving operational performance and value. Experience within the Irish LPG sector and managing large contractor networks is highly desirable. A degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline is essential, with Chartered Engineer status representing a strong advantage.
About Flogas Part of the DCC Group, Flogas Ireland was established in 1978 supplying Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) throughout the island and to this day remains one of the leading suppliers in Ireland, servicing a diverse range of market sectors, including commercial, agricultural, and domestic. Over the years, Flogas has evolved and grown as an Energy business, and with the acquisition of Budget Energy, based in Derry, and Flogas Enterprise Solutions, (formally known as Naturgy) we are now also a leading supplier of Natural Gas and Electricity, as well as Renewables, including Corporate Power Purchase Agreements, and energy services in both residential and commercial markets across the island of Ireland. We have an esteemed reputation within the Energy Industry and have been awarded the NSAI Quality System Certificate from the I.S. EN ISO 9001 Series. As a Flogas Group, we are now driving our growth strategy to achieve our vision of being Ireland’s leading provider of total energy solutions, meeting our customers changing needs and delivering to the highest possible standard.
Why work with us Flogas is a well-established business within the DCC group and is continuing to grow, becoming a top provider in the energy sector, making it a very exciting time to be part of the Flogas Group. We offer a warm and welcoming environment, valuing our people and their input into the business. We encourage a collaborative workplace, where everyone feels included and heard.
Benefits Competitive Salary
Defined Pension Contribution
Healthcare Allowance
Staff discounts
Hybrid work options (role dependant)
Health and Wellbeing Supports
Learning and Development Opportunities
Career Advancement is important to us in Flogas. All our roles are advertised internally, and we encourage internal progression right across the business.
Flogas is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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