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The Mechanical Site Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating the installation of radiators, heating pipework, Heat Interface Units (HIUs) and overseeing electrical rewire activities across social housing properties. The role ensures all works are delivered safely, to specification, and with minimal disruption to residents, while maintaining high standards of quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction.
Job Responsibility:
Manage day-to-day site activities across multiple occupied and void social housing properties
Supervise mechanical and electrical operatives, subcontractors, and specialist teams
Plan and coordinate radiator replacements, pipework alterations, HIU installations, and associated electrical works
Ensure all resources, materials, equipment, and drawings are available for operatives before works commence
Monitor progress against programme, highlighting risks and implementing corrective actions
Ensure installation works comply with Mechanical design specifications, HIU and heating system manufacturer requirements, Gas Safe standards (if applicable), IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) for electrical rewires, Building Regulations (Parts L, P, G, etc.)
Conduct quality inspections at key stages (first fix, installation, commissioning)
Approve test results, flushing certificates, HIU commissioning documents, and electrical certification
Identify defects and manage prompt rectification
Enforce safe working practices in occupied homes, including safeguarding vulnerable residents
Review and brief RAMS to all site operatives and subcontractors
Carry out regular toolbox talks and site safety inspections
Ensure correct use of PPE, tools, and access equipment
Report accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately
Coordinate access with residents and Resident Liaison Officers (RLOs)
Communicate the scope of works, expected disruption, and reinstatement timescales to tenants
Manage complaints or issues sensitively and professionally
Liaise with client representatives, housing officers, and property managers
Attend client progress meetings and provide accurate performance updates
Ensure as-built documents, commissioning sheets, flushing logs, HIU settings, and electrical test certificates are completed and filed
Manage variations and additional works, including scope changes
Maintain site diaries, progress photos, and installation records
Requirements:
Proven experience managing mechanical installation works within social housing
SSSTS or SMSTS certification
Strong knowledge of radiator systems, HIUs, heating distribution pipework, and domestic plumbing