Job Description

Oakray has been providing buildings support to local authorities, social landlords, NHS trusts and private sector clients for over 40 years. Founded in 1979, we have a proven track record of delivering successful mechanical, electrical and security services and solutions to our commercial and domestic clients, with whom we have developed longstanding partnerships.

Job Summary

To support the management team by carrying out site surveys, quotations, toolbox talks van inspections, etc. To act as a Senior Engineer if / when required, supporting engineers with high level repairs. To supervise larger installations and projects and act as liaison between the engineers and the management team. The Supervisor position provides the Contract Managers with primary technical and administrative support as part of the delivery of all contract works

Main Responsibilities

Day to day supervision of all engineers and apprentices. Surveying of sites, providing exacting survey detailed reports to include; measurements, technical evaluation, and estimated costs of works. To report and verify all open works daily and to provide summary reports to Contract Managers on the status of all open works within the department. To advise in good time, problems, time-scale, or resources to enable the successful delivery of all works. Carry out and oversee repairs and remedial works including support function for engineers for high level faults and to use their fault diagnostics and repairs knowledge. Organise and manage special projects and installations during the life of the projects. Co-ordination and day to day management of direct & self-employed Engineers, plant, and equipment, to ensure that duties required are carried out efficiently and effectively within in the requirements of the company. General department stock management including ordering of parts, allocation to engineers' and liaising with suppliers. Role model engineering excellence and be an exemplar of standards of workmanship. Carry out any other reasonable duties as required

Person Specification

The Supervisor will be required to demonstrate a high level of technical knowledge and experience both as a supervisor and as an engineer. The following abilities will be required by the Supervisor;

Supervisory and estimating experience, be able to compile estimates from schedule of rates. Good written and spoken communication skills Experience in Access Control, CCTV and Door Entry fault Diagnostics & Installation works Good practical skills and problem-solving skills. The ability to follow technical drawings, building plans and wiring diagrams The ability to work carefully, methodically, and safely The ability to ensure all work is carried out in line with the 'Health and Safety at Work Act The ability to plan and organise other people's work, and motivate them. Have high levels of communication skills including communicating effectively with customers and clients The ability to work in a team as well as on your own A head for heights and willingness to work in all sorts of weather A willingness to work in confined spaces Knowledge of Risk Assessment Process Recognise and trained to work with vulnerable Persons Asbestos Aware CSCS To hold a valid full UK driving license

You will be part of a friendly and busy team.

You will receive excellent training and support in this role and there will be plenty of scope to improve and enhance your current abilities. In addition, as the company continues to grow there are plenty of opportunities for career progression and advancement. Oakray is a company that recognises individual talent, encourages professional development and rewards success.

If you believe that you have the talent, energy and spirit and are eager to learn, then we want to hear from you!

Working For Us

We aim at all times to recruit the person who is most suited to the job. Recruitment will be solely on the basis of the applicant's abilities and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the job. Qualifications, skills and experience will be assessed at the level that is relevant to the job.

We will ensure that our shortlisting, interviewing and selection procedures avoid discrimination in any way, including on grounds of age, disability, gender, marital status or civil partnership, race, nationality or ethnic origins, religion or belief or sexual orientation.

21 days holiday increasing by 1 day every 2 years' service up to a maximum of 25 days, plus statutory days

Pension scheme - Auto enrolment

Employee Assistance Programme

Life insurance

Employee Referral Scheme

Staff Discounts

Company Van, Mobile phone, laptop & uniform

3-month probationary period

Monday to Friday, between 8am - 5pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break

We are an equal opportunities employer

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company car Company pension Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person