Site Supervisor

Construction, Property and Engineering; Greater London; On-site; GBP 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Site Supervisor to oversee building maintenance operations in South London. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the efficient functioning of all building systems while maintaining a collaborative relationship with clients. Your responsibilities will include conducting daily inspections, managing contractors, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. If you have a strong background in facilities management and excellent communication skills, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role in building maintenance.
• Recognised technical qualifications in electrical engineering.
• Strong understanding of statutory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain close liaison with clients to ensure satisfaction.
• Conduct daily building tours and report defects.
• Supervise contractors and carry out internal audits.

Skills

Building Maintenance

Facilities Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Client Communication

Computer Literacy

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAFM Systems

Job description

Job Title: Site Supervisor
Location: South London
Reports To: Contract Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time: Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm
Salary: £54,000

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain close liaison and a collaborative working relationship with the client, ensuring satisfaction with the service provided.

• Operate all building systems in a competent, effective, and efficient manner.

• Issue relevant permits in line with the Safe System of Work procedures.

• Complete all Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive tasks; ensure timely updates to the maintenance system.

• Conduct daily building tours, reporting and/or repairing any defects via the landlord or helpdesk as appropriate.

• Identify and request necessary materials in a timely manner to avoid delays.

• Compile and submit comprehensive monthly maintenance reports.

• Adhere to statutory and company-specific health, safety, and environmental policies and regulations.

• Ensure timely completion and accurate recording of statutory inspections, including fire safety and water hygiene logs.

• Supervise specialist contractors, monitor work performance and standards, and carry out internal audits where applicable.

• Review and sign off Specialist Service Provider worksheets; inspect the quality of work and follow up on any recommendations.

• Take responsibility for escalating critical incidents and compiling detailed incident reports within required timescales, in coordination with the Contract Manager.

• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in plant rooms, workshops, stores, and rest/changing areas.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in a similar supervisory role within building maintenance or facilities management.

• Recognised technical qualifications (e.g. City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent in electrical engineering).

• Good understanding of statutory compliance (e.g. Health & Safety at Work Act, L8, Fire Safety Order).

• Strong computer literacy for logging works and reporting (e.g. CAFM systems).

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in client-facing scenarios.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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