Engineering Supervisor

Sodexo; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is looking for an Engineering Supervisor to oversee a residential M&E team at the University of Greenwich. This role requires strong technical knowledge, excellent team management skills, and a focus on compliance with health and safety standards. The successful candidate will enjoy leading from the front and solving problems in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement starts at 26 days

Contributory pension scheme

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Experience in building services and plant engineering.
• Previous management of a team of engineers.
• Formal qualifications in relevant discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of on-site engineers.
• Coordinate daily operations with the Helpdesk team.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies.

Skills

Team management

Building services knowledge

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Education

HND or NVQ in relevant subject

Level 3 Award in Electrical Installations (desirable)

IOSH Managing Safety (desirable)

Job description

Overview

Job Type: Permanent • Job Sector: Engineering • Region: London • Location: London • Salary Description: Competitive + Excellent benefits • Posted: 26/09/2025 • Recruiter: Sodexo • Job Ref: SDX/TP/736016/148455 • Job Views: 1

We’re currently looking for a skilled and motivated Engineering Supervisor to join our Technical Services team based at the Greenwich Campus, University of Greenwich. In this role, you'll be leading the on-site residential M&E team overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance, and playing a hands-on part in both planned and reactive maintenance. You’ll be a key point of contact for ensuring the smooth running of essential building services across the campus, working closely with our Engineering Lead, Facilities Manager, and wider Sodexo team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong technical knowledge and proven team management experience, looking to take ownership of a critical service in a high-profile university environment. If you enjoy leading from the front, problem-solving on the go, and want to work in a collaborative, purpose-led environment, this could be the perfect next step for you.

Responsibilities

What you’ll do:

• Lead and supervise a team of on-site engineers, supporting performance, training, and development
• Oversee the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance across M&E and building fabric systems
• Coordinate daily operations with the Helpdesk team to ensure timely response to service requests
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety policies, Safe Systems of Work, and Permit to Work procedures
• Carry out routine audits to maintain high standards of quality, compliance, and documentation
• Manage subcontractors and specialist suppliers, from scheduling to quality assurance and safety checks
• For a full list of responsibilities please view the attached job description

Qualifications

What you bring:

• HND or NVQ or equivalent in a relevant subject
• Extensive practical experience in building services and plant engineering with formal qualifications and relevant experience within a defined discipline, e.g. electrical, mechanical or similar
• Previous appointment as Authorised Person for one or more of the following disciplines, LV, Mechanical Services, Confined Spaces, Boiler and Pressure Systems or similar
• Experience working within or around World Heritage Listed properties, buildings and environments
• Excellent communications both written and verbal
• Numerate and computer literate
• Previous experience of managing a team of engineers
• Desirable: Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations
• Desirable: Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations
• Desirable: Membership of Institute of Leadership and Management
• Desirable: IOSH Managing Safety
• Desirable: Emergency first aid qualification

What we offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Holiday entitlement starts at 26 days
• Contributory pension scheme
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company
• We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Contact Details

Sodexo
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Contact: Mary Chukelu
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