Engineering Supervisor (Building Services / Utilities)
Are you an experienced engineering professional ready to take the next step in your career?
Our long standing pharmaceutical manufacturing client are looking for an Engineering Supervisor to lead a skilled team maintaining critical building and utility systems across a state-of-the-art pharmaceutical research and manufacturing facility in Hertfordshire.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you’ll be responsible for the reliable and compliant operation of all site-wide Building and Utility Services. This includes managing maintenance, repair, and improvement activities for a range of mechanical and electrical systems, while ensuring adherence to GMP, H&S, and regulatory standards.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll coordinate a team of engineers, manage contractors, and drive continuous improvement in performance, energy efficiency, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supervise and coordinate the site utilities engineering team.
* Ensure all maintenance work complies with regulatory and safety standards.
* Conduct inspections, audits, and performance reviews of site equipment.
* Oversee contractors and external service providers.
* Support project work, shutdowns, and installation activities.
* Lead and develop team members through training and coaching.
* Drive continuous improvement and energy-saving initiatives.
* Participate in the on-call rota (1 in 6) for essential site operations.
About You:
You’ll bring a strong background in mechanical and/or electrical engineering, ideally within a pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated environment, with proven experience leading technical teams.
Essential:
* ONC/HNC or equivalent qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
* Experience supervising engineers or technicians.
* Strong understanding of building services, utilities, and maintenance systems.
* Excellent communication and leadership skills.
* Ability to interpret technical drawings and manage CMMS systems (e.g. Maximo).
* Flexible approach – occasional work outside standard hours required.
Desirable:
* Experience managing budgets and service contracts.
* Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
* Full UK driving license.