Fabrication Workshop Supervisor
Walkden / Worsley (M28), Greater Manchester
£22.77 per hour
Temp to Perm – Immediate start available
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 – 16:00
Sector: Engineering | Structural Steel | Fabrication | Welding
Our client a well-established structural steel fabrication company based in Walkdenare looking to appoint an experienced Fabrication Workshop Supervisor to lead and manage a busy workshop operation.
This role is ideal for a hands-on Fabrication Supervisor / Workshop Manager / Senior Fabricator Welder with proven experience in structural steel, MIG & TIG welding, and workshop supervision.
Fabrication Workshop Supervisor Key Responsibilities
Supervise daily workshop operations within a structural steel fabrication environment
Lead, manage, and motivate a team of fabricators and welders
Read and interpret engineering and structural steel drawings
Receive manufacturing packages from Contracts Manager / Estimator
Produce cutting lists and manage material ordering
Plan workloads, allocate jobs, and monitor production progress
Carry out hands-on MIG and TIG welding as required
Ensure fabrication work meets exact specifications and quality standards
Maintain accurate production records and work to ISO quality standards
Ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety regulations and PPE usage
Maintain workshop housekeeping, equipment, and machinery
Communicate production delays, quality issues, or safety concerns
Support continuous improvement within the workshop
Fabrication Workshop Supervisor Skills & Experience Required
Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Fabrication Supervisor / Workshop Supervisor
Strong background in structural steel fabrication
Proven experience with MIG and TIG welding
Experience managing workshop teams in an engineering environment
Strong knowledge of Health & Safety in fabrication workshops
Experience working to tight deadlines and solving production issues
Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
Hands-on, practical, and detail-focused approach
What’s on Offer
Salary up to £45,000 per annum
Permanent, long-term position
Monday to Friday day shifts (no nights or weekends)
Overtime opportunities available
Ongoing training and career progression
Stable workload with varied structural steel projects
Supportive, professional working environment
Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion about this Fabrication Workshop Supervisor role in Walkden.
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