Mechanical Supervisor

Job specification

Job title | Mechanical Fitters Supervisor

Location | Norfolk/Suffolk

Line Manager | Operations Manager

About us

AFECO is an engineering services provider, delivering high quality process and MEICA design and installation projects across the UK in the water industry. We have excellent inhouse engineering teams capable of delivering all stages of the project cycle, from concept through to commissioning, with a strong focus on process led innovative and robust yet appropriate solutions.

We have a portfolio of varied projects covering both wastewater and clean water projects for planned and reactive projects.

Due to the expansion of our team, we are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Fitter Supervisor to work within our multi-disciplinary teams. This is a great opportunity for enthusiastic individuals who fit in with our company values and are keen to develop in a forward-thinking organisation.

Role Purpose

To supervise and lead a team of mechanical fitters and technicians responsible for the installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of mechanical plant and equipment within water and wastewater treatment facilities. The Mechanical Fitter Supervisor ensures work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory and company standards, supporting optimum asset performance and reliability

Key Responsibilities

Supervision & Leadership

• Lead, coordinate, and oversee daily activities of mechanical fitters and contractors.

• Allocate tasks, monitor progress, and ensure quality workmanship.

• Provide technical guidance and hands-on support where required.

• Conduct toolbox talks, coaching, and competency assessments.

Mechanical Maintenance & Inspection

• Oversee the mechanical maintenance of pumps, valves, gearboxes, screens, sludge handling equipment, chemical dosing systems, and associated plant.

• Ensure planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks are completed on schedule.

• Diagnose faults and support reactive maintenance activities.

• Ensure accurate completion of maintenance records, work orders, and asset data.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Enforce safe working practices and ensure compliance with water industry regulations, including confined spaces, permit-to-work systems, and MEICA standards.

• Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and incident reporting.

• Ensure mechanical work complies with statutory requirements such as LOLER, PUWER, and Pressure Systems Safety Regulations.

Asset Management & Continuous Improvement

• Support asset condition assessments and recommend repair, replacement, or improvement works.

• Contribute to reliability-centred maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Liaise with engineering, operations, and projects teams to support upgrades and new installations.

Coordination & Communication

• Plan and coordinate resources, materials, and tools to deliver planned and reactive work efficiently.

• Communicate with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and contractors.

• Prepare reports on team performance, maintenance KPIs, and asset condition.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised mechanical engineering qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds, apprenticeship).

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter or Technician within the water, wastewater, utilities, or heavy industrial sector.

• Previous supervisory or team-leading experience.

• Strong knowledge of pumps, valves, rotating machinery, hydraulics, pipework, and mechanical systems found in water treatment environments.

• Understanding of PPM systems and maintenance planning.

• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Qualifications

• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent.

• Confined Space Entry certification.

• Water industry safety training (e.g., SHEA Water).

• MEICA knowledge or multi-skilled background.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and communication skills.

• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret technical manuals.

• Problem-solving mindset with strong fault-finding ability.

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

• Strong commitment to health & safety.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.

Working Conditions

• Based at treatment works, pumping stations, or regional sites.

• Includes site visits, climbing ladders, confined space areas (with training).

• Participation in standby/rota call-out system may be required.

• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Salary and benefits

• Company Van

• Medicash plan

• Life insurance

• Benefits portal

• Company pension

• 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

At AFECO, we value our employee’s and encourage and support them to development themselves and their career through training and progression. We offer the opportunity to work on a range of project types and size in the water sector including our own internally developed products and solutions. We are a privately owned business with a friendly and open culture and are dedicated to creating and maintaining and workforce that is highly skilled and motivated. As a Company we are committed to equal opportunities for all and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, sex, disability or age.