Engineering Supervisor

BGIS UK & Europe; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

BGIS UK & Europe is recruiting an Engineering Supervisor for a permanent role at The Crown Estate, St James. You will lead engineering teams, maintain safety standards, and ensure high‑quality service delivery across client sites.

You will manage day‑to‑day operations, coordinate with the Area Contract Manager, and oversee subcontractors and compliance across FM duties. The role requires hands‑on leadership and strong technical knowledge.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Engineering Supervisor or Manager within building services.
• Strong background in mechanical, electrical, or multi‑skilled engineering.
• Experience managing and developing engineering teams.
• Solid understanding of building services, statutory compliance, and FM operations.
• Ability to manage subcontractors and oversee safe systems of work.
• Experience delivering FM services (desirable).
• Exposure to performance management, appraisals, and people development (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day leadership, direction, and development to engineering teams.
• Ensure site health & safety compliance and a strong safety culture.
• Oversee subcontractor performance, RAMS adherence, and safe working.
• Maintain service levels and coordinate with the helpdesk for callouts.
• Prepare weekly operational reports and highlight non‑approved works.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Team development

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

FM operations

Tools

Maximo

Concept

Job description

Location: The Crown Estate, St James – Hours: Monday–Friday – Contract: Permanent

Are you an experienced engineering leader ready to step into a role where you can truly make an impact? We’re looking for an Engineering Supervisor to provide hands‑on leadership, technical expertise, and operational oversight across a high‑profile client portfolio.

You will lead a team of skilled engineers, ensure safe and efficient site operations, and deliver exceptional service standards that meet and exceed contractual expectations.

What You’ll Be Doing

Key responsibilities include:

Leadership & Team Management

• Provide day‑to‑day leadership, direction, and development to engineering teams (Shift & Day Engineers).
• Conduct annual appraisals following BGIS training completion.
• Ensure engineers are equipped, supported, and informed to deliver a high‑quality service.
• Act as first point of contact for all in‑hours shift issues and mechanical escalations.

Health & Safety / Compliance

• Take responsibility for site H&S compliance and promote a strong safety culture.
• Act as on‑site HV/LV Authorised Person when qualified and on shift.
• Ensure Permit to Work (PTW) and LOTO systems are followed in line with BGIS and client requirements.
• Ensure statutory, code, and contractual compliance across all sites.

Operational Delivery

• Oversee subcontractor performance, RAMS adherence, and safe working.
• Ensure PPMs, reactive tasks, and audits are completed to a high standard and recorded accurately in CAFM systems (e.g., Maximo, Concept).
• Plan PPM schedules and manage workload distribution with the Area Contract Manager.
• Attend and review statutory work to ensure correct procedures are followed.
• Support engineers with technical queries and hands‑on tasks when required.

Customer & Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with the Area Contract Manager and Contract Support to maintain exceptional service levels.
• Ensure prompt attendance and resolution of callouts in coordination with the helpdesk.
• Provide weekly operational reports and elevate non‑approved works that may impact service delivery.

Continuous Improvement

• Maintain accurate asset registers and ensure all equipment is labelled correctly.
• Proactively source additional works, obtain quotes, and support procurement.
• Investigate operational incidents and provide detailed reports and recommendations.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as an Engineering Supervisor or Manager within building services.
• Strong background in mechanical, electrical, or multi‑skilled engineering.
• Experience managing and developing engineering teams.
• Solid understanding of building services, statutory compliance, and FM operations.
• Ability to manage subcontractors and oversee safe systems of work.
• Experience delivering FM services (desirable).
• Exposure to performance management, appraisals, and people development (desirable).

At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric of our organisation. We are committed to maintaining a barrier‑free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognise that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organisational success! #BGISUK