Role Purpose
The Site Supervisor is responsible for the day‑to‑day supervision and coordination of mechanical and electrical installation works on site. The role ensures that M&E works are delivered safely, to specification, on programme, and to the required quality standards, while coordinating effectively with other trades and disciplines.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting local Project Managers to supervise mechanical and electrical installation works, including:
HVAC systems
Pipework and plumbing
Electrical containment, cabling, and terminations
Plant and equipment installationEnsure works are carried out in accordance with:
Approved drawings and specifications (collecting visual evidence to confirm/support)
Method statements and RAMS
Relevant standards and regulations (e.g. BS, CIBSE, IET)Monitor and control the schedule as per the project’s construction programme
Monitor progress and report delays, variations, or technical issues
Maintain daily site records and progress reports
Qualifications & Training
SSSTS or SMSTS (mandatory)
CSCS Supervisory Card (M&E relevant)
Electrical or Mechanical trade qualification (NVQ / City & Guilds or equivalent)
First Aid at Work (desirable)
Relevant permits and certifications (e.g. HV/LV awareness, confined spaces, hot works)Experience
Proven experience supervising M&E works on live construction sites
Strong background in either mechanical or electrical discipline (or both)
Experience supporting testing, commissioning, and handover phasesThe role is released on an initial 6-month contract basis, but does have the potential for extenstion for an additional 12-months.
People are our business worldwide
Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables
Salary description
£25.00 - £25.00 per hour