Lead Mechanical AP Site Supervisor

First Recruitment Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

First Recruitment Group is seeking a Mechanical Site Supervisor (Authorised Person) to oversee mechanical AP activities at a Beckton site in London. The role reports to the Senior Commissioning Manager and focuses on safe, on-time delivery with quality documentation across the project lifecycle.

The incumbent will maintain AP status, supervise pipework installation, and ensure compliance with ITPs, drawings, and procedures while coordinating with subcontractors and site personnel.

Qualifications

• Experience in energy, utilities, water or industrial sectors.
• Ability to assess welding quality and inspect mechanical works.
• Experience operating in an Authorised Person (AP) role.
• Strong interpretation of project drawings and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support Site Manager to maintain safe working environment for staff, subcontractors and visitors.
• Achieve and maintain Authorised Person (AP) status via Mechanical AP assessment.
• Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental documentation is current and reviewed.
• Carry out mechanical isolations per project requirements.
• Manage Mechanical ITPs and ensure quality inspections.
• Review and feedback on Method Statements and Work Instructions.
• Supervise works to ensure compliance with procedures and specs.
• Monitor progress using drawings and reporting tools.
• Record non-conformances and drive corrective actions.

Skills

Site supervision

Drawings interpretation

Health & safety

Quality assurance

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Eng

Apprenticeship in pipework & welding

SSSTS

CSCS Card

First Aid qualification

Job description

First Recruitment Group is seeking a Mechanical Site Supervisor (Authorised Person) to oversee mechanical AP activities at a Beckton site in London. The role reports to the Senior Commissioning Manager and focuses on safe, on-time delivery with quality documentation across the project lifecycle.

The incumbent will maintain AP status, supervise pipework installation, and ensure compliance with ITPs, drawings, and procedures while coordinating with subcontractors and site personnel.