Mechanical Supervisor

Mechanical SupervisorLocation:Selly Oak, BirminghamSalary:£38-40kEmployment Type:Temp to PermIndustry:Industrial About the RoleWe are seeking an experiencedMechanical Supervisorto lead and support mechanical engineering activities across a busy industrial facility. This role will oversee maintenance teams, contractors, and day-to-day mechanical operations, with a key focus onsteam systems ,high-pressure plant ,pipework , andbiomass equipment . You'll be the go-to person on site for technical guidance, safe systems of work, and ensuring all mechanical activities are delivered to a high standard. Ideal for a senior engineer or lead technician looking to step up, or a supervisor with strong industry experience. Key ResponsibilitiesSupervise mechanical engineers and contractors during planned and reactive maintenanceOversee work onsteam systems , boilers, pipework, high-pressure plant, valves, and biomass boilersAllocate workloads, monitor progress, and ensure timely completion of PPM and reactive worksProvide hands-on support with complex mechanical tasks, diagnostics, and system faultsLead site compliance for mechanical systems, ensuring all works follow safety and statutory regulationsReview, approve, and produce RAMS, permits to work, isolations, and method statementsSupport project works, system upgrades, commissioning, and modificationsLiaise with management, H&S teams, and external contractors to coordinate worksMaintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and compliance documentationDrive continuous improvement in reliability, efficiency, and engineering standards on siteKey RequirementsStrong mechanical engineering background withinindustrial or manufacturing environmentsProven experience supervising or leading a maintenance/mechanical teamHigh-level understanding ofpipefitting , steam systems, high-pressure plant, and biomass equipmentConfident in reading technical drawings, P&IDs, boiler manuals, and pressure equipment documentationStrong H&S knowledge: PTW, LOTO, RAMS, isolations & statutory inspection requirementsNVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / HNC in Mechanical Engineering or similar (desirable)Excellent communication and leadership skillsAble to manage workloads, prioritise tasks, and make safe, efficient decisionsWhat's on OfferCompany benefitsLong-term role with a stable, reputable industrial employerOngoing training and development (biomass, boiler ops, pressure systems etc.)TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-12-16