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Mechanical Site Supervisor –Projects & Maintenance

Right across infrastructure, there’s a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage you’re at in your career, with us you’ll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. 

Where will you be working?

MEICA and capital maintenance - Our Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation (MEICA) experts offer a one-stop solution, including ongoing operation and maintenance services. 

The position will initially be offered as a fixed-term contract for a duration of 2 months.
 
What will you be doing?

You'll be Carrying out mechanical maintenance, inspection, and repair tasks on plant equipment.
You'll Support isolation and decommissioning of mechanical systems in line with site safety procedures and GMP requirements.
Diagnose mechanical faults and undertake corrective actions to ensure reliable plant restart post-shutdown.
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to coordinate shutdown work and meet project deadlines.
you'll accurately complete maintenance records, job sheets, and handover documentation to support traceability and compliance.What’s essential? 

A recognised Mechanical Engineering Qualification – e.g, NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent apprenticeship in mechanical maintenance or engineering.
Experience in a Regulated Industry – ideally pharmaceutical, biotech, or other GMP environments, with an understanding of cleanroom protocols and documentation practices.
You will have strong fault-finding and Problem-Solving Skills – ability to diagnose and resolve issues with pumps, valves, pipework, and rotating equipment efficiently.
Proficient in Interpreting Engineering Drawings and P&IDs – confident in following technical documentation to support shutdown tasks.
You'll have commitment to Health & Safety and Compliance – proven ability to work safely in a high-risk environment, following permit systems, LOTO procedures, and adhering to GMP standards.In addition, this role offers; 

Company van/vehicle and fuel card for business use
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (Pro Rata)
Recommend a friend – get rewarded for introducing people to us!
Matched or contributory pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme 
My Rewards portal, access to 1000’s of retail discounts 
Life assurance
Cycle to work schemeAbout us

We want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. We are one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting army veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs. 
Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours.
We’re responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet
We’re open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations
We’re together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts
We’re ambitious and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for lifeWhether you’re a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development.
It’s an exceptional time to be a part of M Group.

Please note: Occasionally, job adverts might be closed before the stated closing date. Do apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.

For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rd party background checks as part of the hiring process. Some roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of induction and onboarding

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