Technical Supervisor

Randstad Construction and Property; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider in Hounslow is seeking a Working Supervisor to lead engineering activities and ensure operational success. You'll manage shifts, perform maintenance on critical infrastructure, and oversee subcontractors. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills and a NVQ Level 3 in a relevant field. Excellent salary up to £52,000 with a balanced shift pattern offering great work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Must hold an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Proven background working in a commercial or critical environment.
• Leadership experience with the ability to manage workloads and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate engineering activities during shifts.
• Distribute workload and prioritize reactive work orders.
• Manage visiting sub-contractors ensuring compliance.
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Ensure compliance with UK regulations on critical plant equipment.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical expertise (electrical or mechanical)

Health & Safety Knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Services

Job description

Working Supervisor

Location: Hounslow

Salary: Up to £52,000 + Benefits

Shift Pattern: 4 Days On, 4 Days Off (Days Only - 7am - 7pm)

The Opportunity

We are a leading global provider of integrated facilities management solutions, and we are currently recruiting for a Working Supervisor to join our team on a prestigious commercial contract. This role offers an excellent 4 on 4 off days‑only shift pattern, providing a fantastic work‑life balance.

You will be the vital link between the management team and the on‑site engineers, spending your time both delivering hands‑on maintenance and leading the shift's operational success. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer ready to take the next step into leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Shift Management

• Shift Supervision: Lead and coordinate all engineering activities during your 4‑day shift cycle, ensuring all tasks are completed safely and on time.
• Work Allocation: Distribute and manage the daily workload for the shift team, prioritising reactive work orders via the CAFM system to meet Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Contractor Oversight: Manage and induct visiting specialist sub‑contractors, ensuring strict compliance with site procedures and the Permit to Work system.
• Documentation: Review and sign off on completed work packs, ensuring accurate data logging and meticulous record‑keeping for all maintenance and compliance checks.

Technical & Hands‑On Duties

• Fault Resolution: Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across the site's critical infrastructure.
• Hands‑On Maintenance: Utilise your trade expertise (electrical or mechanical bias preferred) to perform inspections, testing, fault‑finding, and complex technical repairs.
• Compliance Checks: Ensure all critical plant and equipment (e.g., HVAC, lighting, fire alarms, electrical distribution) remains compliant with UK statutory regulations.
• Quality Control: Ensure the quality of all remedial and maintenance works performed by both the in-house team and external vendors meets the highest standards.

What You'll Bring

• Technical Qualification (Essential): Must hold a minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in an Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Services discipline.
• Experience: Proven background working within a commercial or critical environment (e.g., high‑rise office, data centre, hospital).
• Leadership Skills: Previous experience acting as a Lead Engineer, Shift Lead, or Supervisor, with demonstrable ability to manage workloads and motivate a team.
• H&S Knowledge: A strong understanding and practical application of UK Health & Safety legislation (e.g., Permit to Work, RAMS).

If you are an experienced and technically competent engineer seeking a rewarding leadership role on a rewarding shift pattern, apply today.

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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