Mechanical Supervisor

1st Step Solutions Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor in London seeks a Mechanical Supervisor for a high-end retail project. The ideal candidate will oversee all mechanical work, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, coordinating installation, and managing subcontractors. Requirements include a City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Pipefitting, a CSCS Skill Card, and experience in a supervisory role on commercial projects. This position offers a dynamic role within a reputable firm, contributing to a prestigious project.

Qualifications

• City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Pipefitting or equivalent is required.
• CSCS Skill Card must be held.
• Previous experience in a Supervisory/Management role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical work and site trades.
• Coordinate installation and supervise contractors.
• Conduct toolbox talks and manage paperwork.

Skills

Supervising Contractors

Liability Management

Communication

Education

City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Pipefitting or equivalent

CSCS Skill Card

SSSTS/SMSTS

Job description

Mechanical Supervisor

London

January 2026

1st Step Solutions are supporting a Tier 1 M&E Contractor who have an opportunity for a Mechanical Supervisor to join their team on a new high-end retail project in West London.

Job Purpose:

The responsibilities of this Mechanical Site Supervisor role include overseeing mechanical work and site trades, scoping work and ordering materials, issuing permits and ensuring safety rules are followed.

Role:

• Co-ordination of the installation.
• Supervising Contractors and Subcontractors, ensuring all direct staff and Subcontractors are adequately trained and adhering to H&S procedures.
• Conducting toolbox talks, ordering materials, completing schedules of work, scheduling materials to ensure programme of works delivered.
• Liaise with Managers on a regular basis, reporting on any and all works conducted on site.
• Managing variations.
• Ensuring the quality of the installation was of a high standard.
• Carrying out site surveys.
• Ensuring the installation was snag free.
• Paperwork management; RFI's, method statements, risk assessments, site diaries, progress reports.

Requirements:

• City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Pipefitting or equivalent.
• CSCS Skill Card.
• SSSTS/SMSTS.
• Good literacy skills.
• Previous experience in a Supervisory/Management role.
• Previous experience of working on commercial projects.