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Experienced Field Supervisors for Fawley Refinery Shutdown Project
We're recruiting experienced Field Supervisors for a major refinery shutdown project at Fawley Refinery, Southampton (SO45 1TX). This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on mechanical supervisor / piping supervisor with strong industrial maintenance experience to lead piping, welding, and rigging teams on a high-profile turnaround project.
⚠️ Start Date: 14/09/2026.
Our Field Supervisors will work on a 10-week assignment offering 60 hours per week, competitive rates, and lodge support for non-local workers.
The Role
Working as part of the refinery shutdown / turnaround team, duties will include:
- Supervising and coordinating daily activities of foremen, pipefitters, welders, riggers, semi-skilled operatives, and helpers
- Providing on-site technical guidance and leadership to field teams
- Monitoring piping installation and mechanical activities to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality standards
- Enforcing site HSE requirements and promoting a strong safety culture through toolbox talks and audits
- Supporting labour, material, and equipment planning to ensure efficient project delivery
- Coordinating with site management and quality teams to resolve technical and construction issues
- Maintaining accurate records of progress, manpower utilisation, and material usage
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Requirements
- Technical Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, or a recognised mechanical trade qualification
- Demonstrable experience within mechanical and / or piping maintenance environments as a Supervisor, Chargehand, or Lead role
- Strong knowledge of piping installations and industrial maintenance activities in a COMAH Tier 1 environment
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, job packs, and technical documentation
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate site teams under demanding schedules
- Excellent communication and reporting skills
- Previous refinery, petrochemical, oil & gas, energy shutdown / turnaround experience would be highly advantageous
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To be considered, please send your CV and confirm:
- ✅ Mechanical qualifications held
- ✅ Supervisory experience and team sizes managed
- ✅ Industrial project experience (Comah Tier 1, refinery, petrochemical, power, etc.)
- ✅ CCNSG status and expiry date (if held)
- ✅ Availability to start on 14/09/2026 (essential)
Additional Information
- Candidates must be available to start on 14/09/2026
- 10-week shutdown project
- 60 hours per week Monday - Friday & Sundays
- These roles are Inside IR35
- The advertised rates are CIS Umbrella rates
- PAYE is also available if preferred
- Lodge support is available for qualifying non-local workers
Desired Skills and Experience
Mechanical Supervisor / Piping Supervisor / Mechanical Superintendent / Piping Superintendent / Construction Supervisor / Construction Superintendent
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