Mitie Cleaning & Hygiene Services – Mitie Group. Join us as Site Manager.
Overview
Better places, thriving communities. ARGUS Fire launched in 1982 as a UK leading supplier of fire detection and protection systems. We design, install and maintain fire extinguishing and fire detection alarm systems for large projects to small standalone products. With over 210 employees based at Stourbridge (HQ), Manchester and London, we continually invest in new products, services and platforms.
Why Join Us?
Work with a talented, motivated and friendly team. You will receive structured training and coaching, enjoy apprenticeships, ongoing learning and development, and support to develop your skills and knowledge.
Site Manager Responsibilities
* Directly responsible to the Project Manager and Operations Manager
* Oversee day‑to‑day installation, testing and commissioning of mechanical fire protection, gas suppression and fire detection systems
* Supervise site installation sub‑contractors through inspections, ensuring safe working, adherence to approved method statements, risk assessments, site housekeeping, work permits, progress, construction drawings and task allocation
* Deliver regular site safety toolbox talks to the site team
* Regularly liaise with client representatives, including progress meetings, safety meetings, inspections, planning, snagging inspections and related activities
* Coordinate with Argus Fire project team members and management
* Perform installation snagging inspections and complete snagging paperwork
* Complete regular safety checks on site equipment and associated checklists
* Work remotely on sites throughout the UK
Essential Requirements
* Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Site Manager of fire suppression system projects
* Proficient with IT software, particularly MS Outlook and MS Office
* Good working knowledge of electrical installation practices and methods
* Good working knowledge of fire suppression products and alarm system design, commissioning and cause‑and‑effect testing
* Good working knowledge of BS EN 12845, BS 990 and BS 9251
* SMSTS qualification
* Strong appreciation of construction‑related health and safety protocols
* Clean UK driving licence
Desirable
* Suitable NVQ Level 3 qualification (can be provided after probation)
Skills and Behaviours
* Ability to effectively plan own and others’ work
* Ability to travel to sites within the UK and stay away from home when required
Argus Fire Offer
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Life insurance
* Company pension
Benefits
* Virtual GP access for you and household members
* Salary finance scheme providing up to 50% of earned pay before payday for a small fee, plus competitive loans
* Choices flexible lifestyle benefits platform – purchase extra holidays, critical illness insurance, dental treatment, technology products, etc.
* MiDeals high‑street discount platform across thousands of retailers, gyms and more
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme
* Life cover up to four times your salary
* Enhanced pension contributions, save‑as‑you‑earn scheme and Mitie Matching Share Plan (potential free shares)
* Mitie Stars recognition – cash prizes monthly and a chance to win £10,000 annually
We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you have a disability or long‑term condition and require reasonable adjustments, please let us know by e‑mail.
Mitie’s 76,000 employees maintain global operations; our clients include banking, critical government sites, hospitals and schools.
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