Lead Mechanical Site Supervisor for Commercial Project

RTL Group Ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

RTL Group Ltd. is seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to lead on a major commercial project with a 12+ month horizon.

You will oversee mechanical installation works, manage site teams and subcontractors, and ensure delivery to high standards while maintaining safety and quality on site. The role requires extensive experience supervising mechanical teams, reading drawings, and coordinating with multiple trades.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Supervisor on commercial projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical building services and installation.
• Previous experience supervising mechanical teams and subcontractors.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding of health & safety requirements.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Desirable qualifications include SSSTS/SMSTS and mechanical trade qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate mechanical installation works on a large commercial project.
• Manage mechanical engineers, tradespeople and subcontractors on site.
• Ensure works align with drawings, specs and project programmes.
• Monitor progress and report issues or delays to the Project Manager.
• Coordinate with other trades and site management to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Ensure all works comply with current health & safety requirements.
• Carry out regular quality inspections and maintain a high standard of workmanship.
• Assist with planning, sequencing and allocation of labour and materials.
• Attend site meetings and provide regular progress updates.
• Identify and resolve technical and site-based issues.
• Ensure relevant paperwork, permits, inspections and records are maintained.

Skills

Mechanical supervision

Team management

Reading drawings

Health & safety awareness

Communication

Organisational skills

Independent working

Education

SSSTS/SMSTS

Mechanical trade qualifications

Job description

RTL Group Ltd. is seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to lead on a major commercial project with a 12+ month horizon.

You will oversee mechanical installation works, manage site teams and subcontractors, and ensure delivery to high standards while maintaining safety and quality on site. The role requires extensive experience supervising mechanical teams, reading drawings, and coordinating with multiple trades.