Regional Engineering Supervisor

ABM UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ABM UK is seeking a Regional Engineering Supervisor to provide hands-on technical support and coaching across multiple contracts. You will oversee Mobile Engineers and Contract Managers to ensure safe, compliant delivery of M&E building services, acting as a senior technical resource on site.

Travel across the UK is required, with a full driving license. The role emphasizes on-site problem solving, risk assessment review, and continuous improvement of engineering standards within the region.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in M&E Building Services.
• HNC/HND or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in a supervisory or lead engineering position.
• Good understanding of statutory compliance and engineering best practice.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coach and support engineers.
• Confident in troubleshooting and resolving operational issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day technical support to Mobile Engineers.
• Offer on-site assistance for complex tasks, technical challenges, and troubleshooting.
• Verify quality and accuracy of engineering work delivered across assigned contracts.
• Conduct routine site audits to ensure statutory compliance and safe systems of work.
• Review engineering documentation such as risk assessments, permits, method statements, and switching schedules.
• Support Contract Managers in preparing compliance documentation and reports.
• Support with Critical Works Planning and supervising critical engineering activities.
• Ensure engineers understand risk controls and follow approved procedures.
• Provide on-site presence during high-risk or complex engineering works.
• Deliver practical technical coaching to Mobile Engineers.
• Identify skill gaps and support training needs analysis.
• Help maintain competency records and support development plans.
• Attend sites to investigate technical issues or performance concerns.
• Support root cause analysis and assist in corrective action implementation.
• Provide recommendations for improving asset performance and maintenance routines.

Skills

M&E Building Services

Supervisory / Lead Engineering

Coaching & Support

Troubleshooting

Engineering governance

Education

HNC/HND or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Salary: Salaried

Contract: Full Time 40 Hours , Permanent

Work Pattern: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00

Role Purpose

The Regional Engineering Supervisor provides hands-on technical support, coaching, and compliance oversight across a number of allocated contracts. The role supports Mobile Engineers and Contract Managers to ensure the safe, compliant, and effective delivery of Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) building services. Acting as a senior technical resource, the Supervisor focuses on operational support, problem solving, critical works coordination, and improving engineering standards across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Support & Guidance
• Provide day-to-day technical support to Mobile Engineers
• Offer on-site assistance for complex tasks, technical challenges, and troubleshooting
• Verify quality and accuracy of engineering work delivered across assigned contracts
• Compliance & Engineering Governance
• Conduct routine site audits to ensure statutory compliance and safe systems of work
• Review engineering documentation such as risk assessments, permits, method statements, and switching schedules
• Support Contract Managers in preparing compliance documentation and reports
• Support with Critical Works Planning
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and supervising critical engineering activities
• Ensure engineers understand risk controls and follow approved procedures
• Provide on-site presence during high-risk or complex engineering works
• Training, Coaching & Competency Support
• Deliver practical technical coaching to Mobile Engineers
• Identify skill gaps and support training needs analysis
• Help maintain competency records and support development plans
• Performance & Problem Solving
• Attend sites to investigate technical issues or performance concerns
• Support root cause analysis and assist in corrective action implementation
• Provide recommendations for improving asset performance and maintenance routines
• Operational & Client Support
• Attend operational or technical meetings as required
• Assist in preparing technical information for client discussions
• Ensure engineering delivery meets contractual and operational expectations

Requirements

Essential

• Strong technical background in M&E Building Services
• HNC/HND or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Experience in a supervisory or lead engineering position
• Good understanding of statutory compliance and engineering best practice
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coach and support engineers
• Confident in troubleshooting and resolving operational issues

Desirable

• Authorised Person (AP) status in HV, LV, or relevant disciplines
• Experience using CAFM systems for maintenance planning
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification

Behaviours & Competencies

• Hands-on approach to technical support
• Supportive and collaborative working style
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive problem solver
• Reliable and committed to compliance and safety
• High attention to detail

Additional Information

• Travel to sites across the UK is required
• Full UK driving license required