Mechanical Site Manager

1st Step; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

1st Step Solutions are recruiting for a Mechanical Site Manager on a 6 month contract in Newmarket on behalf of a Tier 1 M&E contractor. A background in prison projects and ability to pass vetting processes is essential; clearance may take up to 12 weeks.

You will oversee mechanical installation, manage direct labour and subcontractors, conduct site safety audits, ensure paperwork is completed, and report daily on progress and issues while keeping stock and materials aligned with project demands.

Qualifications

• City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Services or equivalent.
• CSCS qualification for site access and safety requirements.
• SSSTS/SMSTS training or equivalent on-site management training.
• Excellent literacy and clear communication on site.
• Proactive mindset, well organized with ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong people management and coordination of trades.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with colleagues and supervisors on timeframe and labour requirements.
• Respond to mechanical issues as they occur.
• Gather information about the mechanical installation and any potential surprises.
• Oversee direct labour or mechanical subcontractors.
• Complete mechanical site safety audits and completion paperwork.
• Ensure safe working practices and on-site safety rules for plumbers.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed as required.
• Report daily on site issues or progression.
• Assist teams with resolving arising matters.
• Identify corrective actions and implement countermeasures to maximise productivity.
• Ensure materials are identified, sourced and delivered timely to minimise disruptions.
• Maintain health and safety systems including risk assessments and toolbox talks.

Skills

People management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive thinking

Education

City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Services

CSCS

SSSTS/SMSTS

Job description

Mechanical Site Manager

6 Month Contract

Newmarket

1st Step Solutions are working on behalf a Tier 1 M&E Contractor that have a requirement for an experienced Mechanical Site Manager to join them on a commercial project in Newmarket.

You must have previous Prison experience and able to pass vetting processes. Clearance required can take up to 12 weeks.

Responsibilities:

• Liaise with colleagues and supervisors on timeframe and labour requirement.
• You will be required to respond to mechanical issues as they occur.
• Gather information about the mechanical installation and all potential surprises.
• Oversee direct labour or mechanical subcontractors.
• Complete mechanical site safety audits and mechanical completion paperwork
• Ensure safe working practices and mechanical safety rules are followed by plumbers on site.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed as required
• Reporting on a daily basis with site issues or progression.
• Assist teams with resolving matters arising.
• Identify corrective actions and implementation of countermeasures to maximise productivity.
• Ensure relevant materials and consumables are identified, sourced and delivered in a timely manner to minimise project disruptions maintaining records and controlling stock.
• Maintain effective health and safety systems, including completion of risk assessments, method statements, toolbox talks, etc.

Requirements:

• City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Services or equivalent
• CSCS.
• SSSTS/SMSTS.
• Good literacy skills.
• Proactive thinking with an enthusiastic character.
• Well organised and able to meet deadlines.
• Excellent people management skills.