Alternative Heat Ltd
Privately‑owned offsite MEP prefabrication specialist delivering turnkey mechanical and electrical solutions across UK, Ireland and Europe
1 days ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Gilford, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
338 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
The Production team is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all manufacturing and assembly activities within the fabrication facilities. They ensure bespoke mechanical and electrical components are produced efficiently, meet the highest quality standards, and are delivered on schedule. Close collaboration with design and project teams allows streamlined workflows and supports timely project delivery.
The Surface Finish Supervisor leads and develops the paint and shot blasting teams to deliver high-quality work safely, on time, and according to plan. The role emphasizes people management, team building, daily planning, workflow control, and meeting production deadlines while upholding health and safety, quality, and housekeeping standards. Acting as a bridge between production management and shop-floor staff, the supervisor ensures clear communication, a strong performance culture, and continuous improvement.
The supervisor will lead the paint and blast teams, manage attendance, performance, training and development, and allocate workloads to meet production schedules. They will ensure resources, materials and equipment are available, maintain quality and right‑first‑time practices, and uphold 5S and housekeeping standards. Health, safety and compliance are maintained through risk assessments, audits, incident investigations and safe work practices, while continuous improvement is driven via lean initiatives and efficiency projects.
- Lead and manage paint and shot blasting teams, fostering a safe, high-performing culture.
- Plan, allocate, and monitor workloads to meet production schedules and ensure resource availability.
- Ensure work complies with quality standards, customer specifications, and right-first-time practices.
- Maintain 5S, housekeeping, and health-safety compliance through risk assessments, audits, and safe work practices.
- Drive continuous improvement by implementing lean initiatives, efficiency projects, and engaging the team in problem-solving.
Requirements
Benefits
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
2005
Year Established
The company has been operational since its founding in 2005.
£80M Annual Revenue
Revenue Figure
The company generates over £80 million in revenue each year.
£35M Contract
Major Project Deal
The company secured a significant £35 million contract with Highland Council for a biomass operation and maintenance project spanning six years.
- In‑house design teams use BIM and CAD for turnkey mechanical and electrical modules from early project stages.
- Factory-controlled facilities span thousands of square metres for prefabrication of plantrooms, skid modules, and riser modules.
- Clients include data centres, district heating schemes, high‑rise residential blocks, healthcare, and education campuses.
- Projects integrate renewable technologies like biomass boilers and heat pumps into prefabricated systems.
Culture + Values
- We are committed to providing sustainable heating solutions.
- We value innovation and continuous improvement in the services we provide.
- We take pride in offering a professional, customer-focused approach.
- We operate with integrity and transparency in everything we do.
- We prioritize the development and training of our employees.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Target
Committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by the year 2050.
- Committed to delivering low-carbon heating solutions.
- Focus on reducing operational carbon footprint and waste.
- Supporting clients in achieving their sustainability and energy efficiency goals.
- Continually exploring and investing in renewable technologies.