Site Supervisor - Pump Engineer

The Role

We are seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer / Site Supervisor to support the successful delivery of workshop and site-based engineering projects. This is a hands-on role combining project coordination, site supervision, technical support, and customer-facing responsibilities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in planning and organising site activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards while maintaining excellent client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Operational Duties

• Conduct site surveys and assessments in preparation for upcoming projects.
• Produce and maintain Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for site activities.
• Coordinate and manage materials, equipment, transport, and logistics for site work.
• Carry out vibration analysis (VA) and pump testing activities.
• Assist with site installations, maintenance activities, and breakdown support when required.
• Provide workshop support during quieter project periods.
• Develop and implement testing procedures and inspection processes.
• Ensure all work is completed to agreed quality standards and customer expectations.
• Deliver projects in line with planned schedules and deadlines.
• Carry out strip-down inspections and produce detailed inspection reports.
• Contribute to site visit reports in collaboration with Project Engineers.
• Attend emergency breakdowns and undertake routine service work on customer sites.
• Liaise directly with customers, providing a professional and responsive service.
• Obtain and process job completion documentation.
• Collect and process team time sheets, mileage records, and project-related documentation.

Site Supervision & Team Leadership

• Organise and supervise daily site activities.
• Provide first-line support to engineers and technicians, resolving operational queries and issues.
• Manage day-to-day site challenges, making effective decisions to maintain project progress.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company systems, procedures, and quality standards.
• Promote a positive and professional company image at all times.
• Ensure full compliance with customer site policies and procedures.

Health & Safety

• Ensure all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures are followed rigorously.
• Promote a strong safety-first culture across all site and workshop activities.
• Monitor working practices to ensure compliance with legislation, company standards, and customer requirements.
• Actively identify and mitigate risks to maintain a safe working environment for all employees and contractors.

Candidate Requirements

• Mechanical engineering background with experience in industrial environments.
• Experience supervising or coordinating site-based engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of pumps, motors, rotating equipment, or related mechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of RAMS preparation and permit-to-work systems.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Customer-focused with excellent communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience with vibration analysis, condition monitoring, or pump testing.
• Knowledge of workshop repair and overhaul processes.
• IOSH, SSSTS, SMSTS, or similar health and safety qualifications.
• Experience working within manufacturing, utilities, or heavy industrial sectors.