Engineering Supervisor

CBRE; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. The Engineering Supervisor will oversee the operation of our managed facilities, ensuring preventive maintenance, responding to client requests, and pursuing improvements and new service opportunities.

The role requires strong FM knowledge, leadership, and the ability to manage vendors and a team of technicians.

Qualifications

• FM knowledge is required.
• Leadership skills are essential for managing and motivating a team.
• Apprentice trained is advantageous for practical understanding.
• 18th Edition OR F-Gas certification is preferred or beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of facility operations, including electrical, plumbing, fire safety, security systems and building automation systems.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules and ensure adherence to these schedules.
• Respond to and resolve client requests and maintenance issues promptly and efficiently.
• Manage and oversee vendor relationships, including negotiating contracts, managing performance and ensuring quality of service.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with building systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics and technical manuals.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within assigned facilities and the surrounding area.
• Assist with the development of proposals and bids for new business.
• Opportunity to grow, supervise and mentor a team of maintenance technicians and other facility staff.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on facility performance, maintenance activities and financial metrics.

Skills

FM knowledge

Leadership

Education

Apprentice trained

18th Edition OR F-Gas

Job description

Engineering Supervisor

Job ID 288975

Posted 29-Jul-2026

Role type Full-time

Areas of Interest Building Management, Engineering/Maintenance, Facilities Management, Health and Safety/Environment

Location(s) Bournemouth - 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 seeking a highly motivated and experienced Engineering Supervisor to oversee the operation of our managed facilities.

The Engineering Supervisor will be responsible for managing a portfolio of buildings, ensuring preventative maintenance is performed, responding to client requests, and identifying and pursuing opportunities for facility improvements and additional service offerings.

The Role

• Oversee and manage all aspects of facility operations, including but not limited to: Electrical, plumbing, fire safety, security systems, and building automation systems.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules and ensure adherence to these schedules.
• Respond to and resolve client requests and maintenance issues promptly and efficiently.
• Manage and oversee vendor relationships, including negotiating contracts, managing performance, and ensuring quality of service.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with building systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within assigned facilities and the surrounding area.
• Assist with the development of proposals and bids for new business.
• Opportunity to grow, supervisor and mentor a team of maintenance technicians and other facility staff.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on facility performance, maintenance activities, and financial metrics.

Hours

• Monday – Friday
• 8am – 5pm
• Overtime available

Experience & Qualifications

• FM knowledge required
• 18th Edition OR F-Gas
• Apprentice trained is advantageous
• Strong leadership skills

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.