Engineering Supervisor – Electrical- Campsfield IRC

Mitie; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Electrical Supervisor to oversee engineering teams and service delivery at the Campsfield Immigration Removal Centre. Candidates should have relevant electrical qualifications, strong leadership skills, and experience in facilities management. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Life insurance

33 Days annual leave

Company Pension

Free Mitie shares

Access to virtual GP 24/7

Discount schemes with over 3000 offers

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Solid knowledge of electrical and SFG20/CAFM systems.
• Experience in technical estates or facilities management environments, including H.V/L.V networks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a small team of engineers and subcontractors.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to deliver services cost-effectively.
• Provide accurate reporting and support audits across quality and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer-focused

Negotiation

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology

NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

Electrical Installation Apprenticeship (Level 3)

Job description

Location: Campsfield Immigration Removal Centre Contract Type: Full‑Time Standby Rota 1 week in 4: £175 when on call 40‑hour week

We're looking for a motivated and experienced Electrical Supervisor to oversee the delivery of facilities management services, mechanical and electrical PPM tasks, and associated maintenance services across our site. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape service excellence, drive operational performance, and make a real difference every day.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and inspire a small team of engineers, site staff and subcontractors to deliver efficient, high-quality services.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to deliver services professionally and cost‑effectively.
• Provide accurate reporting and play a key role in supporting audits across quality, health & safety, environment.

What We’re Looking For

We're seeking a technically strong leader with:

• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Solid knowledge of electrical and SFG20/CAFM systems.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Confidence in handling escalations and management of both Permit to Work & Safe Systems of Work.
• Participation in standby rota for emergency calls, outside normal working hours.

Key Skills & Behaviours

• Customer‑focused with a “can‑do” attitude and eye for detail.
• Able to prioritise under pressure and solve problems pragmatically.
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to encourage and embed the right behaviours across the team.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
• Electrical Installation Apprenticeship (Level 3)
• Experience in technical estates or facilities management environments, including H.V/L.V networks & standby generators
• Previous supervisory or team leader experience preferably
• Good IT skills with the ability to produce reports from multiple sources/systems

As a business, Mitie Care & Custody is committed to diversity and inclusion and we would welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds including veterans, those looking for a career change, and people who have experience in social care or a learning environment. Full training will be given where applicable, and we would encourage anyone who might be thinking about a role in a secure establishment to get in touch.

Specific Requirements

• You must be a British Citizen, EU citizen with settled status, or have an ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain) from a Commonwealth country.
• Bankruptcy history, CCJs, social media activity and criminal convictions will be checked as part of the vetting process.
• You must have lived in the UK for the past three years with no significant footprint outside of the UK other than for normal holidays.
• You must be eligible for CTC clearance and hold a valid British passport or an EU passport with a share code. Applicants must have no criminal convictions and must not be subject to any ongoing police investigations.
• You must have lived and worked in the UK for at least 3 years, without any extended trips overseas.

Benefits:

• Life insurance.
• 33 Days annual leave
• Company Pension
• Continued personal development with full support given to enhance your career.
• Free Mitie shares.
• Access to virtual GP 24/7 for yourself and your family.
• MiDeals discount schemes with over 3000 offers available from your favourite retailers, leisure, and utilities companies.
• Additional benefits available to purchase, including extra holidays, private medical cover and home technology.

Existing Mitie colleagues

Please ensure that you discuss your application with your current line manager before formally applying. Please note that internal job moves are subject to the standard terms for the post being advertised. Enhanced terms cannot be honoured.