M&E Technical Supervisor; Highways Maintenance - M25

About the role

We are looking for a Technical Supervisor to lead Mechanical & Electrical maintenance activities across the Dartford River Crossing and tunnel
.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll manage a team of M&E technicians and oversee subcontractors to ensure all maintenance works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with operational and compliance standards. You’ll play a key role in maintaining one of the UK’s most critical road networks, ensuring it remains safe, reliable, and fully operational.

The role operates on a 4‑on, 4‑off shift pattern
, covering both days and nights.

• Lead and supervise M&E maintenance activities across the network
• Manage and support a team of technicians, as well as subcontractors
• Plan works, carry out site inspections, and deliver clear briefings and debriefs
• Ensure all activities are carried out safely, promoting a strong Zero Harm culture
• Contribute to and improve risk assessments and method statements
• Monitor performance, allocate resources, and manage rotas and staffing levels
• Maintain accurate records of work completed, resources used, and associated costs
• Identify issues affecting safety or performance and implement solutions
• Drive continuous improvement and identify cost‑saving opportunities
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards

• Mechanical or Electrical qualification
• CSCS Supervisor card and SSSTS or SMSTS
• Experience in highways or tunnel M&E maintenance (including HV/LV systems and pumps)
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and compliance requirements
• Proven experience leading teams and managing subcontractors
• Good IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Full UK driving licence

We’re also looking for someone who:

• Leads by example and puts safety first
• Communicates clearly and confidently
• Takes ownership and solves problems proactively
• Works well as part of a team and builds strong working relationships
• Is committed to continuous improvement and high standards

We offer a full range of benefits to support you.

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working where roles allow
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family‑friendly policies including 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partner leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes, and much more

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We support candidates with disabilities and encourage applications from veterans, reservists, and people with long‑term health conditions.

For more information on our inclusion commitments, visit https://disabil

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