Regional Engineering Supervisor

Abm Careers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ABM Careers is seeking a Regional Engineering Supervisor to provide hands-on technical support across multiple M&E building services contracts in the UK. You will coach Mobile Engineers, drive compliance, and coordinate critical works to maintain safe, efficient operations.

You will work with Contract Managers, perform site audits, review risk assessments, and supervise engineers on high-risk tasks, ensuring adherence to procedures and engineering best practices. Travel across the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Strong background in M&E building services.
• Experience supervising engineers and coordinating on-site tasks.
• Good understanding of statutory compliance and safety practices.
• Ability to coach and develop technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day technical support to Mobile Engineers.
• Conduct site audits to ensure compliance and safe systems of work.
• Plan and supervise critical engineering activities with risk controls.
• Coach and develop competence records for engineers.
• Investigate technical issues and support root cause analysis.
• Prepare information for client discussions and ensure contractual delivery.

Skills

M&E Building Services

Supervisory Experience

Troubleshooting

Compliance Knowledge

Coaching

Education

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

Experience in Supervisory Role

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

1. 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.

2. 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 switchingschedules.
• Support Contract Managers in preparing compliance documentation and reports.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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.

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 licence required.