Job Description
Workshop Foreman / Senior Welder
Full-Time | Bletchley, Milton Keynes
Hardlife (UK) Ltd are looking for an experienced and hands-on Workshop Foreman to lead our busy fabrication and hydraulics workshop. You will coordinate daily production, supporting and motivating the welders, and ensuring every job leaves us on time, built to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and manage daily workshop production schedules
* Coordinate with management, sales, technical, and procurement teams
* Supervise and support welders to maintain quality and efficiency
* Monitor stock levels and order materials and consumables
* Carry out welding and fabrication tasks as required
* Operate a forklift for material handling (license preferred)
* Ensure workshop safety, cleanliness, and quality standards are met
* Quality Control
Requirements
* Proven welding and fabrication experience (MIG/TIG/stick)
* Sound knowledge of hydraulic systems
* Competent with a range of workshop machinery and tools
* Strong communicator and team coordinator
* Good understanding of Health & Safety policies and safe work practices
* Able to plan, prioritise, and deliver under pressure
* Previous leadership or supervisory experience
* Forklift licence, or willingness to obtain one
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