Supervisor - Mechanical

Position Summary

Supervise mechanical fitting teams to deliver high-quality work and safe site operations. Ensure all work follows company, contractual, legislative, and safety procedures. Coordinate task allocation, monitor progress, and drive continual improvement and team performance.

Main Responsibilities

• Allocate and monitor mechanical fitting activities to ensure safe, timely, and productive completion of work
• Implement and reinforce site safety procedures, including risk assessments, method statements, and permit-to-work processes
• Conduct toolbox talks, safety briefings, and communicate key safety messages
• Observe all site activities for hazard awareness and continually reinforce safety initiatives
• Drive performance, monitor job progress, and report as required by site contract and management
• Plan, organise, and execute assigned work to achieve safety, productivity, and quality standards
• Support site managers, engineers, and other supervisors to employ effective operational methods
• Ensure full adherence to critical task procedures
• Complete all required administrative tasks promptly and accurately
• Monitor and ensure quality standards by applying quality procedures and reporting issues for resolution
• Address first-line disciplinary, grievance, and performance management issues
• Coach and mentor team members, supporting their ongoing development
• Share lessons learned and best practices
• Estimate, order, and manage mechanical-related consumables and equipment, ensuring material traceability
• Ensure proper records are kept, including post-job assessments for all personnel

Required Qualifications and Experience

• General high school education
• Recognized apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in mechanical fitting or equivalent
• Relevant safety passport or safety management training (such as CCNSG, IOSH Managing Safely, or NEBOSH Certification)
• Several years of experience in advanced mechanical fitting, including one year as a chargehand or supervisor
• Substantial experience supervising mechanical activities in industrial settings (such as manufacturing, thermal, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, or nuclear environments)
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and motivate teams
• Strong understanding of mechanical fitting practices, quality procedures, and continuous improvement processes
• Effective communication skills for interfacing with site managers, engineers, customers, subcontractors, and regulators
• Ability to adapt to change, identify process improvements, and implement operational best practices

Key Competencies

• Ability to allocate and monitor tasks for high performance
• Commitment to safe work practices and continuous safety reinforcement
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Process excellence and proactive execution
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Willingness to coach, mentor, and share knowledge with others
• Organized approach to record keeping and administrative duties

Other Requirements

• Flexibility to work site-based shifts and meet project demands
• Good general fitness and readiness to work in industrial environments
• Preparedness for ongoing professional development and participation in safety and human performance training
  
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About Us

We are the leading provider of infrastructure services. At Altrad, we transform our nation’s critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.

With over 11,000 talented people, we provide the full spectrum of critical engineering and construction services for industries both onshore and offshore. Join a Leading Organisation in the Nuclear Industry.

Why Join Us?

Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation at the forefront of the nuclear industry.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.

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