Senior Mechanical Supervisor – Facilities FM

Gov Facility Services Limited; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance 4x salary

Private GP access

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Gov Facility Services Limited is seeking a Mechanical Supervisor (Level 3) for HMP Chelmsford. You will lead a skilled team of trades, maintaining heating and water systems in a secure facility and ensuring Legionella and Water Regulations compliance.

The role requires an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent with 5+ years’ experience in FM/secure environments, strong safety and project management abilities, and a proven track record in people leadership.

Qualifications

• Must hold NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and have 5+ years’ experience in FM/secure environments.
• Experience with commercial/industrial heating, water, and building services.
• Knowledge of Water Regulations and Legionella L8 requirements.
• Strong safety, organisation, and people management skills.
• Ability to plan and manage projects within a facilities context.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of trades (plumbers, electricians, carpenters, etc.) to maintain complex systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards and site procedures.
• Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance across the site.
• Drive continual improvement and effective resource planning.
• Liaise with stakeholders to deliver reliable facilities services.

Skills

Leadership/ supervision

Health & Safety awareness

Organisational skills

People skills

Risk & compliance

Planning & project management

Education

EAL Diploma in Plumbing and Heating

City & Guilds 6009/Q1014058 - Mechanical Engineering Services: Plumbing (Domestic)

BPEC Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Domestic Plumbing and Heating

City & Guilds 6189 - Plumbing and Domestic Heating

City & Guilds 6032 - Advanced Craft Certificate in Plumbing

City & Guilds 5962 - Certificate in Plumbing (Advanced Craft)

City & Guilds 6019 - Mechanical Engineering Services (Plumbing)

City & Guilds 6288‑31 - Heating and Ventilating Craftsperson (Industrial & Commercial)

ETA Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Maintenance

City & Guilds 6188 - Heating and Ventilating

City & Guilds 6088 - Certificate in Heating and Ventilating

City & Guilds 6018 - Heating and Ventilation Installation

City & Guilds 214 - Engineering Systems Maintenance

Job description

Gov Facility Services Limited is seeking a Mechanical Supervisor (Level 3) for HMP Chelmsford. You will lead a skilled team of trades, maintaining heating and water systems in a secure facility and ensuring Legionella and Water Regulations compliance.

The role requires an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent with 5+ years’ experience in FM/secure environments, strong safety and project management abilities, and a proven track record in people leadership.