ELECTRO-MECHANICAL PLANT EQUIPMENT SUPERVISOR FULLTIME BBV A chance to work on one of the largest infrastructure projects in the UK, spanning over the next 5 7 years (HS2). Reliable Contractors are recruiting for an experienced Electro-Mechanical Plant Equipment Supervisor to oversee the installation, maintenance and operation of plant equipment across construction sites. This is an opportunity for an experienced supervisor with strong knowledge of GPS and HFR systems, fault-finding, problem-solving, IT and maintenance planning. Assignment Details Employment Type: Full-time Payment Basis: PAYE Paid Holidays: 31 days per year (including bank holidays) Start Date: As soon as possible following successful vetting checks, medical and on site induction Assignment Duration: Ongoing / until further notice Location: Multiple sites across the UK Must Have HND/HNC or equivalent qualification in Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Automation or a related field. Minimum 5 years' experience in electro-mechanical plant equipment maintenance. Minimum 2 years' supervisory experience. Previous construction industry experience. Strong knowledge of GPS technology and Human Form Recognition (HFR) systems. Experience installing, maintaining and troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems. Advanced IT skills, including maintenance management software, data analysis and reporting. Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills. Excellent planning and organisational skills. Strong communication and leadership skills. Full UK driving licence. Willingness to travel to multiple sites across the UK. Desirable Experience working across multiple construction sites. Experience with maintenance management systems. Experience supporting the integration of plant equipment with IT systems. Strong understanding of equipment reliability and preventative maintenance. Role and Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of electro-mechanical technicians, providing guidance, training and support. Plan, schedule and oversee the installation, maintenance and repair of plant equipment. Coordinate with project managers, engineers and other site stakeholders. Ensure the correct integration, configuration and operation of GPS and HFR systems. Monitor equipment performance and reliability and implement preventative maintenance. Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex equipment issues. Develop and maintain maintenance schedules and work plans. Coordinate with suppliers and manage parts and equipment availability. Monitor inventory and order required materials. Use IT systems to monitor, track and report on equipment performance and maintenance. Provide technical support and training to the team. Ensure plant equipment complies with UK health and safety requirements. Carry out safety inspections and audits. Maintain accurate maintenance, repair and equipment records. Prepare reports for management and update procedures and manuals. Shifts Working days and shift times: To be confirmed. Flexibility may be required to support operational and maintenance requirements across multiple sites. Overtime Monday to Friday: Time and a third after 10 hours. Nights: Time and a third. Saturdays and Sundays: Time and a half. All night hours: Time and a half. Health and Safety Risks The successful candidate will be expected to promote and maintain a safe working environment, ensuring site rules, procedures and relevant health and safety requirements are followed. Key risks associated with the role include: Moving plant, vehicles and machinery: Ensure safe segregation and compliance with site traffic management procedures. Electrical and mechanical equipment: Ensure safe isolation procedures are followed during installation, inspection and maintenance. Manual handling and lifting operations: Ensure appropriate equipment and safe handling procedures are used. Equipment testing and fault-finding: Ensure technicians follow approved procedures when diagnosing and resolving faults. Multiple trades and work activities: Coordinate work to minimise risks and prevent conflicting activities. Slips, trips and falls: Maintain safe, tidy work areas and access routes. All site-specific risks and control measures must be confirmed through the project RAMS, risk assessments and site induction. What We Offer Pension provision. A safe working environment. Secure, regular income. Lodge/digs allowance of £53.69 per day worked, subject to eligibility and supporting evidence. Eligibility generally requires living more than 50 miles from site, with proof of home address and accommodation arrangements. If you want to work for a main contractor that cares about its tradespeople, this is your opportunity to apply and join the project. Reliable Contractors Limited is passionate about Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, continuously working towards best practice and adhering to government legislation. We are firm believers in Fairness, Inclusion and Respect.
21/10/2026
Contract
ELECTRO-MECHANICAL PLANT EQUIPMENT SUPERVISOR FULLTIME BBV A chance to work on one of the largest infrastructure projects in the UK, spanning over the next 5 7 years (HS2). Reliable Contractors are recruiting for an experienced Electro-Mechanical Plant Equipment Supervisor to oversee the installation, maintenance and operation of plant equipment across construction sites. This is an opportunity for an experienced supervisor with strong knowledge of GPS and HFR systems, fault-finding, problem-solving, IT and maintenance planning. Assignment Details Employment Type: Full-time Payment Basis: PAYE Paid Holidays: 31 days per year (including bank holidays) Start Date: As soon as possible following successful vetting checks, medical and on site induction Assignment Duration: Ongoing / until further notice Location: Multiple sites across the UK Must Have HND/HNC or equivalent qualification in Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Automation or a related field. Minimum 5 years' experience in electro-mechanical plant equipment maintenance. Minimum 2 years' supervisory experience. Previous construction industry experience. Strong knowledge of GPS technology and Human Form Recognition (HFR) systems. Experience installing, maintaining and troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems. Advanced IT skills, including maintenance management software, data analysis and reporting. Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills. Excellent planning and organisational skills. Strong communication and leadership skills. Full UK driving licence. Willingness to travel to multiple sites across the UK. Desirable Experience working across multiple construction sites. Experience with maintenance management systems. Experience supporting the integration of plant equipment with IT systems. Strong understanding of equipment reliability and preventative maintenance. Role and Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of electro-mechanical technicians, providing guidance, training and support. Plan, schedule and oversee the installation, maintenance and repair of plant equipment. Coordinate with project managers, engineers and other site stakeholders. Ensure the correct integration, configuration and operation of GPS and HFR systems. Monitor equipment performance and reliability and implement preventative maintenance. Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex equipment issues. Develop and maintain maintenance schedules and work plans. Coordinate with suppliers and manage parts and equipment availability. Monitor inventory and order required materials. Use IT systems to monitor, track and report on equipment performance and maintenance. Provide technical support and training to the team. Ensure plant equipment complies with UK health and safety requirements. Carry out safety inspections and audits. Maintain accurate maintenance, repair and equipment records. Prepare reports for management and update procedures and manuals. Shifts Working days and shift times: To be confirmed. Flexibility may be required to support operational and maintenance requirements across multiple sites. Overtime Monday to Friday: Time and a third after 10 hours. Nights: Time and a third. Saturdays and Sundays: Time and a half. All night hours: Time and a half. Health and Safety Risks The successful candidate will be expected to promote and maintain a safe working environment, ensuring site rules, procedures and relevant health and safety requirements are followed. Key risks associated with the role include: Moving plant, vehicles and machinery: Ensure safe segregation and compliance with site traffic management procedures. Electrical and mechanical equipment: Ensure safe isolation procedures are followed during installation, inspection and maintenance. Manual handling and lifting operations: Ensure appropriate equipment and safe handling procedures are used. Equipment testing and fault-finding: Ensure technicians follow approved procedures when diagnosing and resolving faults. Multiple trades and work activities: Coordinate work to minimise risks and prevent conflicting activities. Slips, trips and falls: Maintain safe, tidy work areas and access routes. All site-specific risks and control measures must be confirmed through the project RAMS, risk assessments and site induction. What We Offer Pension provision. A safe working environment. Secure, regular income. Lodge/digs allowance of £53.69 per day worked, subject to eligibility and supporting evidence. Eligibility generally requires living more than 50 miles from site, with proof of home address and accommodation arrangements. If you want to work for a main contractor that cares about its tradespeople, this is your opportunity to apply and join the project. Reliable Contractors Limited is passionate about Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, continuously working towards best practice and adhering to government legislation. We are firm believers in Fairness, Inclusion and Respect.
Service Manager Wembley About Flannery Plant Hire Flannery Plant Hire is a leading provider of plant hire and specialist attachments to the construction industry across the UK and Ireland. With a comprehensive fleet of innovative machinery, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service and meeting our clients' project requirements. Role Purpose The Service Manager is responsible for leading the maintenance and servicing function to ensure the availability, reliability, safety, and compliance of Flannery's fleet. This role oversees workshop operations, field service engineers, and maintenance planning, ensuring plant and equipment are serviced efficiently while minimising downtime and maximising fleet utilisation. Working closely with Operations, Transport, Engineering, Procurement, and Hire Desk teams, the Service Manager will drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and a culture of safety and accountability. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day management of field service operations. Ensure preventative maintenance schedules are planned and completed on time. Maximise fleet availability through effective maintenance planning and resource allocation. Monitor equipment performance and implement corrective actions to reduce recurring faults. Coordinate breakdown response to minimise customer disruption. Ensure all servicing and repairs are completed to manufacturer specifications. Maintain accurate service and maintenance records using the company's fleet management systems. Monitor asset condition and recommend refurbishment or disposal where appropriate. Lead, coach, and develop service controllers, engineers, and technicians. Set performance expectations and conduct regular performance reviews. Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Support recruitment, onboarding, and technical development of engineering staff. Champion Flannery's health and safety culture across all service operations. Ensure compliance with company policies, manufacturer standards, and legal regulations. Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions where necessary. Identify opportunities to reduce maintenance costs without compromising quality or safety. Control external supplier and subcontractor costs. Work collaboratively with operational teams to deliver high fleet availability. Support customer satisfaction through reliable equipment and responsive service delivery. Analyse maintenance data and KPIs to identify trends and improvement opportunities. Implement best practice maintenance processes and lean working methods. Support business improvement initiatives across engineering operations. Skills & Experience Essential Significant experience managing service operations within the plant hire, construction equipment, heavy machinery, commercial vehicle, or related engineering sector. Strong technical knowledge of construction plant and heavy equipment. Proven experience leading engineering or workshop teams. Experience managing preventative maintenance programmes. Strong planning and organisational skills. Budget management experience. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Proficient in fleet management and maintenance software. Full UK driving licence. Personal Attributes Safety-focused leader Customer-centric mindset Commercially aware Calm under pressure Strong decision-maker Highly organised Collaborative Results-driven Adaptable and proactive Committed to continuous improvement
16/10/2026
Full time
Service Manager Wembley About Flannery Plant Hire Flannery Plant Hire is a leading provider of plant hire and specialist attachments to the construction industry across the UK and Ireland. With a comprehensive fleet of innovative machinery, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service and meeting our clients' project requirements. Role Purpose The Service Manager is responsible for leading the maintenance and servicing function to ensure the availability, reliability, safety, and compliance of Flannery's fleet. This role oversees workshop operations, field service engineers, and maintenance planning, ensuring plant and equipment are serviced efficiently while minimising downtime and maximising fleet utilisation. Working closely with Operations, Transport, Engineering, Procurement, and Hire Desk teams, the Service Manager will drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and a culture of safety and accountability. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day management of field service operations. Ensure preventative maintenance schedules are planned and completed on time. Maximise fleet availability through effective maintenance planning and resource allocation. Monitor equipment performance and implement corrective actions to reduce recurring faults. Coordinate breakdown response to minimise customer disruption. Ensure all servicing and repairs are completed to manufacturer specifications. Maintain accurate service and maintenance records using the company's fleet management systems. Monitor asset condition and recommend refurbishment or disposal where appropriate. Lead, coach, and develop service controllers, engineers, and technicians. Set performance expectations and conduct regular performance reviews. Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Support recruitment, onboarding, and technical development of engineering staff. Champion Flannery's health and safety culture across all service operations. Ensure compliance with company policies, manufacturer standards, and legal regulations. Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions where necessary. Identify opportunities to reduce maintenance costs without compromising quality or safety. Control external supplier and subcontractor costs. Work collaboratively with operational teams to deliver high fleet availability. Support customer satisfaction through reliable equipment and responsive service delivery. Analyse maintenance data and KPIs to identify trends and improvement opportunities. Implement best practice maintenance processes and lean working methods. Support business improvement initiatives across engineering operations. Skills & Experience Essential Significant experience managing service operations within the plant hire, construction equipment, heavy machinery, commercial vehicle, or related engineering sector. Strong technical knowledge of construction plant and heavy equipment. Proven experience leading engineering or workshop teams. Experience managing preventative maintenance programmes. Strong planning and organisational skills. Budget management experience. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Proficient in fleet management and maintenance software. Full UK driving licence. Personal Attributes Safety-focused leader Customer-centric mindset Commercially aware Calm under pressure Strong decision-maker Highly organised Collaborative Results-driven Adaptable and proactive Committed to continuous improvement
Audio & PAVA Technician, Company Van & 22 Days Holiday Location of works: North East England Salary Bracket: £36,000 to £40,000 Industry: Audio Visual PAVA Voice Alarm Fire & Security Recruitment Partner: 4way Recruitment is the UK s specialist recruitment agency exclusively focused on the Fire & Security sector. About Our Customer A fire and security provider with over 30 years in the industry is recruiting an Audio & PAVA Technician to cover North East England. The role involves installing, maintaining and commissioning specialist audio systems and Public Address and Voice Alarm systems at secure public sector sites, where reliability matters and live proceedings can t be disrupted. Salary and Benefits Audio & PAVA Technician Company van with personal use Salary of £36,000 to £40,000 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Company and manufacturer training to keep your technical knowledge current Key Responsibilities Audio & PAVA Technician Diagnose and fix faults on analogue and IP-based audio systems, aiming for a first-time fix wherever practicable Install, configure, test and commission microphones, loudspeakers, amplifiers, mixers, digital signal processors, wired and wireless distribution and hearing assistance systems at secure public sector sites Carry out planned maintenance, servicing and functional testing of PAVA systems, with a focus on voice intelligibility Inspect and test amplifiers, control panels, speaker circuits, backup power supplies and batteries, and confirm each PAVA system interfaces correctly with the building fire alarm Respond calmly and promptly to urgent equipment failures during live sessions, giving first-line technical support to site users Set up and commission audio and presentation equipment so proceedings run clearly without avoidable disruption Support high-quality multitrack recording of live proceedings, managing inputs from multiple participants including remote attendees Follow site security procedures, securely wipe returned hardware where required and apply approved security patches to allocated systems Work to BS 5839-8 and EN 54, and to all relevant fire safety, electrical, data protection and information security requirements Complete service records, test certificates, installation documents and customer reports accurately and on time Agree access with customers and site contacts, including work in sensitive or restricted areas Flag deficiencies and additional works, and produce quotations or technical recommendations where authorised Train customers and users in the correct operation of installed systems Plan your own workload and work flexibly across the region, including overtime, evenings, nights and out-of-hours call outs when required Support the development of trainee technicians where needed Skills and experience Audio & PAVA Technician: Full UK driving licence Able to obtain and maintain SC or CTC security clearance Practical experience of commercial AV or installed audio systems Fault-finding, service or installation experience in a customer-facing environment Working knowledge of microphones, mixers, DSPs, amplifiers, loudspeakers and audio signal routing Able to diagnose faults on analogue and IP-based audio systems Understanding of LANs, routers and IT connectivity Experience managing your own workload and travelling between sites Calm under pressure, discreet and comfortable in confidential environments Desirable: electrical, electronic, audio engineering or networking qualification Desirable: manufacturer, AV, PAVA or voice alarm certification Desirable: PAVA or life-safety voice alarm maintenance experience Desirable: secure-site or public sector experience Desirable: knowledge of BS 5839-8, EN 54, fire alarm interfaces, backup power and battery testing Why Join this Company? Market Position: An established fire and security provider with over 30 years behind it, delivering specialist audio and voice alarm work for secure public sector clients. Work Culture: Company and manufacturer training to keep your skills current, with the opportunity to support trainee technicians. Apply through 4Way Recruitment Today! If you re an experienced Audio & PAVA Technician based in or near North East England , this is your chance to join a respected company offering real work-life balance, strong earning potential, and professional development. Indeed tag: IND-SCOT
12/10/2026
Full time
Audio & PAVA Technician, Company Van & 22 Days Holiday Location of works: North East England Salary Bracket: £36,000 to £40,000 Industry: Audio Visual PAVA Voice Alarm Fire & Security Recruitment Partner: 4way Recruitment is the UK s specialist recruitment agency exclusively focused on the Fire & Security sector. About Our Customer A fire and security provider with over 30 years in the industry is recruiting an Audio & PAVA Technician to cover North East England. The role involves installing, maintaining and commissioning specialist audio systems and Public Address and Voice Alarm systems at secure public sector sites, where reliability matters and live proceedings can t be disrupted. Salary and Benefits Audio & PAVA Technician Company van with personal use Salary of £36,000 to £40,000 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Company and manufacturer training to keep your technical knowledge current Key Responsibilities Audio & PAVA Technician Diagnose and fix faults on analogue and IP-based audio systems, aiming for a first-time fix wherever practicable Install, configure, test and commission microphones, loudspeakers, amplifiers, mixers, digital signal processors, wired and wireless distribution and hearing assistance systems at secure public sector sites Carry out planned maintenance, servicing and functional testing of PAVA systems, with a focus on voice intelligibility Inspect and test amplifiers, control panels, speaker circuits, backup power supplies and batteries, and confirm each PAVA system interfaces correctly with the building fire alarm Respond calmly and promptly to urgent equipment failures during live sessions, giving first-line technical support to site users Set up and commission audio and presentation equipment so proceedings run clearly without avoidable disruption Support high-quality multitrack recording of live proceedings, managing inputs from multiple participants including remote attendees Follow site security procedures, securely wipe returned hardware where required and apply approved security patches to allocated systems Work to BS 5839-8 and EN 54, and to all relevant fire safety, electrical, data protection and information security requirements Complete service records, test certificates, installation documents and customer reports accurately and on time Agree access with customers and site contacts, including work in sensitive or restricted areas Flag deficiencies and additional works, and produce quotations or technical recommendations where authorised Train customers and users in the correct operation of installed systems Plan your own workload and work flexibly across the region, including overtime, evenings, nights and out-of-hours call outs when required Support the development of trainee technicians where needed Skills and experience Audio & PAVA Technician: Full UK driving licence Able to obtain and maintain SC or CTC security clearance Practical experience of commercial AV or installed audio systems Fault-finding, service or installation experience in a customer-facing environment Working knowledge of microphones, mixers, DSPs, amplifiers, loudspeakers and audio signal routing Able to diagnose faults on analogue and IP-based audio systems Understanding of LANs, routers and IT connectivity Experience managing your own workload and travelling between sites Calm under pressure, discreet and comfortable in confidential environments Desirable: electrical, electronic, audio engineering or networking qualification Desirable: manufacturer, AV, PAVA or voice alarm certification Desirable: PAVA or life-safety voice alarm maintenance experience Desirable: secure-site or public sector experience Desirable: knowledge of BS 5839-8, EN 54, fire alarm interfaces, backup power and battery testing Why Join this Company? Market Position: An established fire and security provider with over 30 years behind it, delivering specialist audio and voice alarm work for secure public sector clients. Work Culture: Company and manufacturer training to keep your skills current, with the opportunity to support trainee technicians. Apply through 4Way Recruitment Today! If you re an experienced Audio & PAVA Technician based in or near North East England , this is your chance to join a respected company offering real work-life balance, strong earning potential, and professional development. Indeed tag: IND-SCOT
