Mechanical Supervisor

CBW Staffing Solutions; Ealing; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading M&E service provider in Ealing is searching for a Mechanical Supervisor to oversee a team of engineers specializing in maintenance activities. This role encompasses the management of mechanical maintenance, client interactions, and collaboration with sub-contractors. The ideal candidate should be mechanically qualified and possess strong supervisory skills. Working hours are Monday to Friday with possible flexibility.

Qualifications

• Strong background working with mechanical systems, plant, and critical environments.
• Previous experience supervising engineering staff.
• Experience within a commercial hard services FM environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all mechanical reactive and planned maintenance activities.
• Monitor and update CAFM systems accurately.
• Lead audits and inspections of mechanical assets.
• Manage small mechanical works and remedial tasks.
• Ensure compliance with statutory legislation and internal procedures.
• Coordinate and supervise mechanical subcontractors.
• Support health & safety objectives during monthly site safety meetings.

Skills

Mechanically qualified to C&G / NVQ / HNC / HND level

Strong background working with mechanical systems

Excellent communication and client‑facing skills

Strong compliance and health & safety understanding

Education

Mechanically qualified to C&G / NVQ / HNC / HND level

Job description

Mechanical Supervisor - Leading M&E Service Provider - Ealing, West London - £52,000

One of the UK's leading maintenance contractors is currently seeking a Mechanical Supervisor to join their long‑standing contract based in Ealing, West London. This contract covers several facilities and buildings within the higher education sector across the West London region. While the main base is in Ealing, additional sites include Brentford, Uxbridge, Oxford, and Reading, which will be visited on an ad‑hoc basis. The Mechanical Supervisor will oversee a team of eight engineers and will be responsible for all day‑to‑day mechanical maintenance activities, with a strong focus on planned preventative maintenance (PPM). The successful candidate will also work closely with the on‑site Electrical Supervisor to ensure smooth coordination of all M&E activities across the estate. Additional responsibilities include managing reactive mechanical maintenance, attending client meetings, compiling reports, supervising staff, and managing sub‑contractors. This position is predominantly hands‑off regarding carrying out mechanical tasks directly. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00‑17:00, with flexibility to adjust to 09:00‑18:00 or 07:00‑16:00 if required.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all mechanical reactive and planned maintenance activities (PPM), ensuring delivery meets service level agreements and KPIs
• Monitor and update CAFM systems accurately, ensuring data integrity and performance tracking
• Lead audits and inspections of mechanical assets and compliance documentation, including condition surveys
• Manage small mechanical works and remedial tasks from identification through to completion
• Ensure compliance with statutory legislation, mechanical regulations, health & safety, and internal procedures
• Maintain current COSHH records, risk assessments, and site documentation
• Coordinate and supervise mechanical subcontractors, ensuring quality and safety standards are upheld
• Liaise with the client, internal teams, and stakeholders, attending meetings as required
• Support health & safety objectives by chairing or contributing to monthly site safety meetings
• Provide technical mechanical support and act as a point of escalation during emergency situations
• Oversee the grounds maintenance team
• Participate in an out‑of‑hours on‑call rota, ensuring continuity of mechanical services during evenings, weekends, and holidays

Applicant Requirements

• Mechanically qualified to C&G / NVQ / HNC / HND level
• Strong background working with mechanical systems, plant, and critical environments
• Previous experience supervising engineering staff
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills
• Strong compliance and health & safety understanding
• Experience within a commercial hard services FM environment
• Full UK driving licence

Please send your CV to Katie at CBW Staffing Solutions for more information