Rail Site Lead / Supervisor - Mechanical

Daniel Owen Ltd; Wembley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading built environment recruitment agency seeks a Site Lead / Supervisor to manage operations in Wembley. Ideal candidates have a mechanical engineering background and experience in facilities management. Responsibilities include leading an engineering team, overseeing maintenance, and ensuring compliance to standards. This role offers a dynamic environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification (mechanical bias preferred).
• Experience in a similar FM or engineering supervisor role.
• Familiarity with CAFM systems and maintenance planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of hard FM services on site.
• Provide leadership and support to a small engineering team.
• Act as the key contact for the client and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Customer-focused

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification

Tools

CAFM systems

Maintenance planning tools

Job description

Overview

Daniel Owen are currently recruiting for a Site Lead / Supervisor to manage operations at a key client site in Wembley. This role is ideal for a mechanically biased engineer with strong facilities or maintenance leadership experience looking to step into a pivotal position within a fast-paced, high-profile environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of hard FM services on site
• Provide leadership and support to a small engineering team
• Act as the key contact for the client and internal stakeholders
• Carry out and oversee routine mechanical PPM and reactive maintenance
• Ensure compliance with statutory and company procedures
• Manage contractors and ensure adherence to work permit systems
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and job closures
• Minimise downtime of business-critical systems
• Promote and maintain high QHSE standards

Requirements

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification (mechanical bias preferred)
• Experience in a similar FM or engineering supervisor role
• Familiarity with CAFM systems and maintenance planning tools
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Proactive, customer-focused, and calm under pressure
• Able to work flexibly, including on-call (1-in-4 rota)

If you are on the lookout for a new position, and you feel you fit the criteria of this role, please feel free to contact the London Rail Team on (phone number removed) to discuss further. Or, apply to this advert with your most up-to-date CV.

Daniel Owen is a built environment recruitment agency that has been trusted for 40 years to build teams within property services, facilities management, construction, transport, engineering, and renewables. With 12 locations nationwide, we're well-equipped to supply vetted, high-quality staff for projects across the country.