We're Hiring: Engineering Supervisor
About us
At Kilpatrick Blane Services, we believe that work should support, not consume, your life. As one of Scotland’s only IFC-accredited smoke ventilation specialists, we offer a niche career path with real development opportunities—without compromising on flexibility and work-life balance.
Why Join Us?
Work–Life Balance: A 34.5-hour week means more time for family, hobbies, or just switching off.
Wellbeing First: We support our team with personal development, training, and access to fitness and mental health resources.
Supportive Team: We’re a growing business that values forward-thinking people and backs them to succeed.
Family Values: As a family business, we’re committed to ethics, teamwork, and long-term client relationships.
Rewards: Pension scheme, 28 days holiday, festive period closure, no overtime expectations, employee salary sacrifice EV scheme, 24/7 GP and counselling access via our Employee Assistance Program, discounts on entertainment, groceries and more, mentoring opportunities, and at least one paid day per year to support a charity of your choice.
Salary: £42,000 – £47,000 (depending on skills and experience). Final package will be discussed at interview.
About the role
We’re looking for an Engineering Supervisor to lead our small but highly skilled engineering team, delivering smoke and comfort ventilation projects across Scotland. You’ll oversee installation, commissioning, servicing, and repair works, ensuring they are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
This role is ideal for an experienced supervisor (or a senior engineer ready for the next step) who can combine technical knowledge with strong leadership and client-handling skills.
We're looking for someone with
- Proven experience leading or supervising engineering teams.
- Background in life-safety, smoke ventilation, or building services.
- Knowledge of compliance requirements (BS 7346-8, EN12101).
- Strong problem-solving ability and organisational skills.
- Excellent communication skills – able to lead, influence, and build positive relationships with team members, clients, and contractors..
- A clean, valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Scotland (minimal overnight stays).
- SMSTS/SSSTS or equivalent certification (or willingness to achieve).
- Valid CSCS or ECS card (or relevant qualifications that allow you to obtain one)
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support a team of engineers across installation, commissioning, servicing, and repair works.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, safely, and to compliance standards.
- Conduct site audits, toolbox talks, and prepare RAMS.
- Act as the company’s on-site representative, building strong client relationships.
- Provide technical support and guidance to engineers.
- Contribute to reporting, cost monitoring, and supporting the Project Manager with estimates.
- Help foster a positive, supportive culture where every engineer can thrive.
Career Progression & Training
We don’t just hire supervisors—we develop leaders. You’ll receive structured support to expand your supervisory and technical skills, with a clear pathway for progression toward senior leadership roles, if that’s your goal.
Interested?
Pop us an email at hr@kbscontrols.co.uk to say hello and we’ll send you the full job description.
Then, please apply with your CV, including a short statement (no more than 200 words) explaining why you’re interested in the role and how your skills, experience, and personality make you a great fit.
Got questions? Need this in a different format? We’re more than happy to chat: call, email, or message us on LinkedIn and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.
Kilpatrick Blane Services Ltd. is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Application Deadline: 2nd September 2025
