Engineering Supervisor

Randstad Construction and Property; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider is seeking an experienced Engineering Supervisor in the City of London. This vital role involves overseeing technical performance and ensuring compliance within a team of engineers. Candidates must hold a Level 3 technical qualification in engineering and have proven supervisory experience in commercial settings. Join a company that values diversity and promotes equality. Competitive salary with overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised Level 3 technical qualification (e.g., NVQ, HNC/HND, City & Guilds) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a critical commercial environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK statutory compliance, including CDM Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and line management to a team of M&E Engineers and Technicians.
• Set clear KPIs and conduct appraisals to drive high standards.
• Oversee the PPM schedule and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Act as the technical expert on site and provide fault-finding support.
• Manage the performance of specialist subcontractors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Proficiency with CAFM systems

Education

Recognised Level 3 technical qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Engineering Supervisor

Location: Liverpool street

Salary: Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm + overtime

The Opportunity

We are a leading facilities management provider dedicated to delivering exceptional service and maintaining critical building environments. We are looking for an experienced Engineering Supervisor to oversee the technical performance and compliance of our on-site team. This is a vital leadership position that requires a strong technical background, a commitment to safety, and proven people management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Management
  Supervision: Provide direct supervision and line management to a team of M&E Engineers and Technicians. Organise and allocate daily workloads, ensuring efficient resource utilisation.
• Performance
  Set clear Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and conduct regular appraisals, coaching, and mentoring to drive high standards and professional development within the team.
• HR & Administration
  Assist the Contract Manager with daily team administration, including managing holiday requests, sickness absence, and supporting recruitment and induction processes.
• Technical Operations & Compliance
  PPM & Reactive Works: Take ownership of the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule, ensuring all statutory and mandatory tasks are completed on time and recorded accurately in the CAFM system.
• Technical Support
  Act as the technical expert on site, providing advanced fault-finding support and technical guidance to resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues.
• Contractor Management
  Oversee and manage the performance of specialist subcontractors, ensuring adherence to site rules, project specifications, and quality standards.
• Small Works & Projects
  Oversee the successful delivery of minor project works, refurbishments, and asset replacements from scope definition through to final commissioning.
• Health, Safety & Quality
  Safety Assurance: Be accountable for promoting and enforcing the site's Health & Safety (H&S) culture. Ensure all engineers comply with company policies and UK legislation.
• Risk Control
  Review, approve, and manage Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) and ensure the strict implementation of all Safe Systems of Work (SSoW).
• Auditing
  Conduct regular quality and compliance audits of engineering work, site logbooks, and plant rooms to ensure consistent standards and audit readiness.

What We're Looking For

• Technical Qualification (Essential): Must hold a recognised Level 3 technical qualification (e.g., NVQ, HNC/HND, City & Guilds) in either Electrical or Mechanical Engineering/Building Services.
• Supervisory Experience: Proven experience in a supervisory role, managing an in-house engineering team within a critical commercial or corporate environment.
• Compliance Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of UK statutory compliance, including CDM Regulations, and experience managing a Permit to Work system.
• Skills: Excellent leadership, communication, organisational skills, and proficiency with CAFM systems.

If you are a talented engineer ready to step into a leadership role and drive technical excellence, we encourage your application.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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