Critical Services Supervisor-Continental Shift

CBRE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is recruiting a Critical Services Supervisor for a continental shift in London. The role oversees day-to-day work orders and ensures customer satisfaction by directing a support team in critical client environments.

The position requires prior supervisory experience and relevant electrical installation qualifications, with strong MS Office skills and a focus on safety and service quality.

Qualifications

• Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with safety and security requirements is valued.

Responsibilities

• Manage, plan, coordinate, schedule, and oversee the workload of the shift team.
• Provide holiday, training & sickness cover for other team members.
• Review work logs and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Ensure contractors and staff comply with safety and client requirements.
• Lead by example and share expertise to resolve operational problems.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ level 3 in BS7671

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Critical Services Supervisor-Continental Shift

Job ID 285576

Posted 15-Jul-2026

Service line GWS Segment

Role type Full-time

Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s) London - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Critical Services Supervisor to join the team located in London.

About the Role:

As a CBRE Critical Services Supervisor, you will oversee the team that resolves and completes day-to-day work orders to meet customer satisfaction.

This job is part of the Critical and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for technical maintenance services in critical client environments.

Please Note: this role is a continental shift pattern (a mix of days/nights).

Role Responsibilities:

• Manage, plan, coordinate, schedule, and oversee the workload, deadlines, and day-to-day activities of the support team members to ensure effective delivery of services. Provide holiday, training & sickness cover for other members of the shift team.
• Review work logs and outstanding items through the in-house system to ensure completion.
• Ensure that all contractors and staff comply with all company, client safety, and security requirements. Seek out new vendors and maintain relationships with current ones.
• Assist with the development of critical services training programs.
• Point of contact for client and management escalation.
• Share expertise and industry experience with the team to help resolve operational problems.
• Evaluate Planned Preventative Maintenance assessments of plant and equipment and make recommendations on improvements and upgrades.
• Confirm all out-of-line situations are documented with incident reports.
• Resolve complex problems and identify appropriate approaches to existing solutions to accomplish team objectives.
• May establish new techniques to ensure the team is able to meet its objectives.
• Has a direct impact on the team objectives as well as the objectives of related teams.
• Ensure personal and team outcomes have a positive impact on customer objectives.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Guide team through the application of basic knowledge of practices and procedures. Work to build consensus.

Person Specification:

• Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.
• City & Guilds / NVQ level 3 or equivalent in BS7671:2008 Requirement for Electrical Installation (IEE Wiring Regulations 18th edition).
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• In-depth understanding of a range of processes, procedures, systems, and concepts within own job function and basic knowledge of related job functions required.
• Requires the ability to explain complex concepts or sensitive information.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Excellent organizational skills with a master-level inquisitive mindset.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

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