Maintenance Supervisor

Working Maintenance Supervisor – Commercial Building (Multi-Skilled)
Salary: £51,500
Hours: Mon–Fri | Shift Rotation 06:00–15:00 / 09:00–18:00
Callout: 1 in 4 | Overtime Available

Alice Rose is recruiting for an experienced Multi-Skilled Engineer to step into a Working Maintenance Supervisor position within a prestigious commercial building in central London. This role is ideal for a Lead Engineer or Supervisor who thrives in a client-facing environment and enjoys managing both hands-on technical work and day-to-day team coordination.

The Role
As Working Maintenance Supervisor, you will act as the main point of coordination for all technical activities across the building. You’ll oversee a small engineering team, manage specialist contractors, ensure PPM and reactive tasks are completed to a high standard, and maintain strong relationships with tenants and stakeholders.

You’ll also take a proactive approach to safety, statutory compliance, incident escalation and daily operational performance across all building systems.

Maintenance Supervisor Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily engineering activities and support a team of on-site engineers

• Carry out PPM, reactive maintenance and minor works across electrical & mechanical plant

• Operate and troubleshoot key building systems including BMS, AHUs, FCUs, fire alarm, VESDA, cooling systems, generators, UPS, LV panels, and emergency lighting

• Issue and manage permits under the site’s Safe System of Work

• Conduct daily site tours, identify defects and ensure prompt follow-up

• Manage specialist contractors and sign off completed works

• Maintain accurate statutory compliance records including fire, water hygiene and inspections

• Lead incident escalation and complete incident reports within required timeframes

• Ensure plant rooms, workshops and welfare areas maintain excellent housekeeping standards

• Support reporting, documentation and monthly updates for the Contract Manager

Maintenance Supervisor Experience & Skills Required

• Strong background in Building Services (electrical or mechanical bias)

• Supervisory or lead engineer experience in a commercial environment

• Solid understanding of BMS and critical plant systems

• Confident managing contractors and communicating with tenants/clients

• Experience working with cooling towers (preferred)

• Multi-skilled across electrical and mechanical disciplines

• Ability to work independently, make decisions and lead a team effectively

Maintenance Supervisor Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship or relevant Building Services qualification

• 18th Edition (desirable)

• L8 / Water Hygiene (including Cooling Towers) preferred

This is an excellent opportunity to step into a leadership role within a high-profile London building, offering stability, progression and a strong technical environment.