Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor

A Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor is required in Greater London to oversee the maintenance and reliability of specialist ventilation, smoke extraction and mechanical systems within a safety-critical infrastructure environment.

This hands-on supervisory role combines leading a team of five mechanical engineers with technical maintenance, fault-finding and planned testing. You''ll play a key role in ensuring essential systems remain safe, compliant and operational.

The Role
 
As the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor, you''ll:

• Lead, supervise and support a team of five mechanical maintenance engineers.
• Carry out hands-on maintenance, testing and fault-finding approximately two days per week.
• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance of ventilation, smoke extraction and HVAC systems.
• Coordinate smoke control testing, defect resolution and equipment recovery.
• Plan and allocate maintenance activities to ensure safe and efficient delivery.
• Manage specialist subcontractors and ensure compliance with permit-to-work and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders using a CMMS.

About You
 
To be successful as the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor, you''ll have:

• Essential: A Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering, such as NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent.
• Essential: Strong mechanical or HVAC maintenance experience, particularly with ventilation, extraction or smoke control systems.
• Essential: Previous experience supervising mechanical engineers or maintenance teams.
• Essential: Good knowledge of planned maintenance, fault-finding and safety-critical systems.
• Essential: Experience using a CMMS to manage maintenance activities and records.
• Ideally, experience working in critical infrastructure or other safety-sensitive environments.
• An IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH qualification would be advantageous.

What''s in it for You?

• £60,000–£63,000 annual salary.
• Permanent employment.
• Company van and fuel card for business use.
• 20 days'' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Predominantly night shifts, Sunday to Thursday, typically 10pm–6am.

The working pattern may include a combination of day and night shifts depending on operational requirements. Initial onboarding is expected to involve approximately one month of day shifts.

Apply Now
 
To apply for the position of Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor, click Apply Now to send your CV to Paul Heard.