Fabrication Workshop Supervisor
Walkden / Worsley (M28), Greater Manchester£22.77 per hourTemp to Perm - Immediate start available
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 16:00Sector: 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
Whats 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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