Engineering Supervisor – M&E Maintenance - Large Static Site - Edinburgh
A large-scale property portfolio requires a highly efficient Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) maintenance function to support critical operations and ensure 100% uptime. This portfolio includes office spaces, IT-critical environments, and satellite support offices across key locations in the UK.
As the Engineering Supervisor, you will oversee a team of engineers, ensuring the effective delivery of both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance services. You will play a key role in maintaining the infrastructure of critical facilities, mitigating risks, and upholding safety and compliance standards.
Team Leadership & Management
Supervise engineering staff, allocating PPMs and reactive tasks efficiently.
Oversee and coordinate specialist subcontractors performing planned and reactive M&E maintenance.
Ensure adherence to safe systems of work procedures.
Provide technical support and mentorship to the engineering team.
Operational Maintenance & Compliance
Maintain all critical infrastructure within the portfolio, ensuring full operational uptime.
Ensure all maintenance activities align with safety, compliance, and regulatory standards.
Work in line with Critical Environment Works Authorisation documents, SOPs, and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOP).
Support training and development, including LV Authorised Person (Electrical) training, with potential progression to HV Authorised Person.
Risk Management & Critical Systems
Mitigate operational risks by maintaining an in-depth understanding of critical building systems.
Ensure effective permit-to-work procedures and compliance with all health & safety regulations.
Support best practices in building engineering simulation training (BEST).Essential Skills & Experience
Substantial experience in M&E building maintenance within critical environments (e.g., data centres, large-scale corporate facilities, hospitals).
Strong understanding of Health & Safety regulations and compliance requirements.
Proven experience managing engineers within a blue-chip corporate environment.
Comprehensive knowledge of building services and HVAC systems.
Strong customer relationship and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and maintenance processes.
Experience working with permit-to-work systems.Preferred Experience
Previous experience in electrical maintenance or a similar role within large-scale facilities.
Familiarity with high-security environments and compliance requirements.
Flexible approach to work, including covering shifts where necessary (with paid overtime).Required Qualifications
SVQ Level 3 in Electrical (or equivalent)
18th Edition Wiring Regulations
Any additional M&E qualifications are beneficial