Mechanical Supervisor (13560)

Tilbury Douglas; Reading; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

26 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Volunteer opportunities

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Professional membership fees

Perks at Work discounts

Flexible Benefits

Job summary

Tilbury Douglas is seeking an experienced Mechanical Site Supervisor to lead mechanical installation activities on AMP8 water and wastewater projects across multiple sites in the Reading area.

You will plan, coordinate and supervise safe, compliant progress with civil and electrical teams, maintaining quality records and supporting handover. Relevant qualifications, driving licence and Lean practices are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Site Supervisor for a principal contractor within water, wastewater or related infrastructure.
• HNC/HND, degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• SMSTS or SSSTS, CSCS Card and National Water Hygiene Card.
• Strong knowledge of construction health, safety, environmental and quality requirements, with the ability to coordinate subcontractors and direct labour effectively.
• Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills, together with a full UK driving licence.
• Experience using Dalux and a First Aid at Work qualification would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise mechanical installation activities, providing strong safety, health, wellbeing and environmental leadership and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
• Plan and coordinate site activities, including pre‑work surveys, Safe Systems of Work, Toolbox Talks and five‑week look‑ahead planning, working closely with civil and electrical teams.
• Maintain accurate site and quality records, including inspections, ITPs, testing records, as‑built information, site diaries, labour returns and allocation sheets.
• Build positive working relationships with clients, designers, subcontractors and other stakeholders, supporting commissioning and handover activities.
• Identify and resolve technical issues, promote best practice and continuous improvement, and support the use of digital tools and Lean Construction principles.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Site supervision

Health and safety awareness

Driving licence

First Aid at Work

CSCS Card

National Water Hygiene

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Dalux

Job description

We are looking to appoint an experienced Mechanical Site Supervisor to join our Infrastructure team, delivering AMP8 water and wastewater projects across multiple sites.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team delivering a substantial programme of treatment works schemes, ranging from capital maintenance projects to complex multi‑disciplinary upgrades.

Typically valued between £2m and £15m, projects will involve civil, mechanical, electrical and ICA works within live operational environments.

Working closely with site teams, subcontractors and designers, you will supervise the safe and efficient delivery of mechanical installation works, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, asset standards and programme requirements.

Key Duties

• Supervise mechanical installation activities, providing strong safety, health, wellbeing and environmental leadership and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
• Plan and coordinate site activities, including pre‑work surveys, Safe Systems of Work, Toolbox Talks and five‑week look‑ahead planning, working closely with civil and electrical teams.
• Maintain accurate site and quality records, including inspections, ITPs, testing records, as‑built information, site diaries, labour returns and allocation sheets.
• Build positive working relationships with clients, designers, subcontractors and other stakeholders, supporting commissioning and handover activities.
• Identify and resolve technical issues, promote best practice and continuous improvement, and support the use of digital tools and Lean Construction principles.

About You

You will be a practical and technically capable construction professional with experience supervising mechanical works, ideally within the water or wastewater sector.

You will bring:

• Experience as a Site Supervisor for a principal contractor within water, wastewater or a related infrastructure environment.
• An HNC/HND, degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• SMSTS or SSSTS, an appropriate CSCS Card and National Water Hygiene Card.
• Strong knowledge of construction health, safety, environmental and quality requirements, with the ability to coordinate subcontractors and direct labour effectively.
• Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills, together with a full UK driving licence. Experience using Dalux and a First Aid at Work qualification would be advantageous.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive salary
• Car Allowance
• 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday)
• 3 additional long service days achieved after 3, 7 and 10 years
• Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover)
• Life Assurance
• Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave
• 2 days volunteering opportunities
• Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional membership fees
• Perks at Work Employee discount scheme offering discounts on a range of categories such as electronics, home appliances, food & groceries, car buying, travel, fitness and more
• Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as:
  • Critical illness insurance (with option to purchase for your partner)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Travel insurance
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Retail vouchers/payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attractions.

Who We Are

Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit‑out company, delivering vital projects across sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water, and environment.

Our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to an inclusive culture that encourages innovation and celebrates individual differences. We are proud to hold Investors in Diversity status.

Please note: we do not hold a sponsorship licence. This role is subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance.

We look forward to receiving your application.