Mechanical Supervisor - Wind

Astute People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job description

Astute's Renewables team is partnering with one of the largest wind turbine manufacturers to recruit a Mechanical Supervisor to oversee the installation and finishing phases of wind farm sites across the UK.

The Mechanical Supervisor role comes with a competitive salary, a bonus scheme, and a flexible pension scheme.

If you're an experienced professional with a strong technical background in wind turbine installation and are looking to work for an organisation that offers great career progression and benefits, then upload your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

As the Mechanical Supervisor, you will:

1. Ensure health and safety regulations are followed during wind turbine installation.
2. Oversee subcontractors to ensure quality and technical standards are met.
3. Train and support team members and subcontractors on-site.
4. Conduct mechanical quality checks and inspections.
5. Review and maintain accurate installation reports and documentation.
6. Manage tools and equipment, ensuring they meet safety standards.
7. Report defects, missing parts, or issues to the site manager and assist with corrective actions.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

1. A degree-level qualification with proven experience in a similar role.
2. Strong understanding of CDM site regulations.
3. Experience in wind turbine installation, including working with cranes.
4. The ideal candidate would have a CSCS and/or Irish Safe Pass.

Personal skills

The Mechanical Supervisor role would suit someone who is:

1. Able to work in and lead a team.
2. A systematic problem solver.
3. Willing to travel regularly across the UK and internationally when needed.
4. Able to demonstrate a practical and technical approach to operations.

Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Supervisor role

1. Salary up to 45,000 depending on experience.
2. 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays.
3. 4-week work rotation (3 weeks on-site, 1 week off-site).
4. Flexible pension scheme.
5. Site vehicle access.
6. A comprehensive benefits package including health & wellbeing support, family-friendly policies, long service awards, and professional development opportunities.

INDREN

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.