Construction Mechanical Supervisor Engineer

AWE; Aldermaston; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and nuclear services organization is seeking a Construction Mechanical Supervisor Engineer in Aldermaston, UK. This role involves overseeing construction projects to ensure quality standards and adherence to safety regulations. Candidates should possess relevant construction qualifications, site supervision experience, and a strong understanding of health and safety legislation. It offers competitive compensation with a strong benefits package, including a 9-day working fortnight and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

9-day working fortnight

Market-leading pension scheme

Comprehensive family-friendly policies

Professional development opportunities

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in supervising construction work.
• Ability to manage own workload in a changing environment.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure installation quality standards during contractor work.
• Maintain daily site diary detailing conditions and progress.
• Provide input to weekly reports on safety and quality inspections.

Skills

Technical experience in construction

Site supervision

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Education

Industry standard construction qualification

SSSTS & CSCS certification

Job description

If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given below

Construction Mechanical Supervisor Engineer

Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.

Package: Up to £52,000 (depending on your suitability and level of experience)

Closing date: 9th February 2026

At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?

Role Overview

AWE is currently recruiting for a Client Construction Mechanical Supervisor Engineer to be responsible for supporting the Construction Manager in ensuring the successful planning and delivery phases of construction projects. The role will support a significant 'UK leading' multi-million-pound forward build programme of new facilities and associated infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that installation works by Contractors are undertaken to appropriate and specified quality standards (inspect and verification).
• Maintaining daily site diary, accurately detailing site conditions, progress and the resources available to undertake the work activities throughout the construction phase.
• Providing input to weekly reports which include site safety inspections, quality control, inspection & test plans, defect notices etc.
• Assisting in the preparation and review of pre-construction information such as SSOW/RAMS.

Qualifications & Experience

• Have a suitable amount of technical and site experience within the construction/build environment, with a proven track record in successfully supervising construction work.
• Hold an industry standard construction/build environment qualification, aligned to your discipline/specialism.
• SSSTS & CSCS (relevant level), or suitable equivalent.
• Membership of an appropriate professional institution (desirable).
• Good understanding of current construction Health, Safety and Environmental Legislation/Regulations, in particular compliance with the 2015 Construction Design Management Regulations.
• Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance.

You’ll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines.

Benefits

• 9‑day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
• Market‑leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave – 39 weeks full pay and Paternity Leave – 4 weeks full pay.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• Life Assurance (4 × annual salary).
• Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

Next Steps

Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don't always “tick every box”. That's why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don't meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply – we'd love to receive your application.

Important Things You Need To Know

• We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role – this will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1‑stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and where employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.