Working Mechanical Supervisor

Curve Recruitment; Wisbech; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional M&E Contractor in Wisbech is seeking a Working Mechanical Supervisor to supervise mechanical installations and coordinate teams, ensuring compliance with standards. The ideal candidate will possess an NVQ Level 3 and strong problem-solving skills. This role offers a salary of £45,000 - £50,000 along with benefits including company vehicle and holidays.

Benefits

Company vehicle

20 days holiday + 8 days Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Knowledge of mechanical systems and installation methods.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Experience collaborating with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise mechanical installation works like pipework.
• Ensure compliance with H&S legislation and company procedures.
• Coordinate employed staff and subcontractors.

Skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Communication

Team coordination

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent mechanical trade qualification

SSSTS certification

CSCS card (Gold/Black card preferred)

Job description

Working Mechanical Supervisor

Location: Wisbech, Cambridgeshire (60% site based / 40% office based)

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000

Benefits: Company vehicle, 20 days holiday + 8 days Bank Holidays

A leading regional M&E Contractor is looking to strengthen their team with a Working Mechanical Supervisor. They offer a comprehensive M&E installation and maintenance service across a diverse range of sectors including commercial, hospitality, education, leisure and industrial with typical project values up to £500,000.

As a Mechanical Supervisor you will oversee the installation and delivery of mechanical building services on construction projects and maintenance contracts. The successful candidate will be the key link and work in partnership with the site workforce, project management and estimating teams to effectively deliver the projects on time, within specification and to the highest standards.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and ambitious Commercial Pipefitter / Mechanical Supervisor looking for career development into future management within a supportive environment with a well-established business. The role will be 60% site based on the tools and 40% office based.

Responsibilities

• Install and supervise day-to-day mechanical installation works including pipework, plant rooms and associated systems.
• Ensure compliance with RAMS, H&S legislation and company procedures.
• Coordinate and oversee employed staff and subcontractors ensuring quality of workmanship.
• Conduct site inspections and quality checks.
• Help plan and control labour levels to each project to suit the programme.
• Work closely with Project Managers to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Attend site meetings, provide progress updates and resolve technical issues.
• Help produce and monitor programme of works, in line with the main contractor and client's expectations.
• Maintain accurate site documentation, permits and installation records.

Qualifications & Experience

• Overall knowledge and understanding of a wide variety of mechanical systems and their installation methods.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent mechanical trade qualification.
• SSSTS certification (desirable).
• CSCS card (Gold/Black card preferred).
• Good problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• The ability to work under pressure to meet set deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coordinate teams and work to tight deadlines.

Please contact Adam Brown for more information about this role or if you are interested in a new opportunity within the Building Services sector (Pipefitter, Plumber, Mechanical Foreman, Mechanical Supervisor, Working Mechanical Supervisor).