Posted: 19 June
The role
Workshop / Production Manager
Wisbech, Cambridgeshire – Cobra Engineering, Part of March Group
We are looking for an experienced Workshop Manager to join our growing engineering team at Cobra Engineering in Wisbech. This is a key role responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the workshop and yard, ensuring operations are efficient, safe, and delivered to a high standard. You’ll lead and coordinate a team of engineers, manage workflow and resources, and work closely with the planning and design teams to keep projects on track.
Key Responsibilities:
Management of all production tasks of 3 x Workshops - Stainless Steel, Mild Steel & Machine Shop
Co-ordination of fabrication & site packs & hour monitoring
Ongoing Quality Checks & Completion Compliance
Dealing with site issues alongside Project Managers
Study engineering drawings
Technical advice
Management & Monitoring of hours spent on projects & hitting dates/deadlines
Liaison with Design Office to iron out queries/issues
Company van allocation and co-ordination
Monitor & improve systems and processes
Co-ordination with internal H&S team
Assist with Planning of labour allocation alongside Planning Manager
Assist with Co-ordination with Projects Co-ordinator re: deliveries
Assist with Compliance of jobs & updating logs
Provide holiday cover for Planning Manager
Skills, Experiences & Qualifications:
Proven experience in a similar workshop management role (Workshop Manager, Production Manager, Machine shop Manager)
Strong fabrication background, working with stainless and mild steel
Pipework experience (desirable, but not essential)
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Experience working in a fast-paced engineering environment
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Customer-focused approach
Ability to meet tight deadlines
Full UK driving license
What we offer
Competitive salary
25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Free onsite parking
Enhanced pension contribution
Ongoing internal training and clear career development pathways
A supportive employer committed to employee Wellbeing
Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing business
Access to employee discount schemes
About Us
We are MARCH®. The leading provider of critical engineering services. Supporting the industries we all rely on to improve their infrastructure, process, and digital environments. We work together with our customers to maintain business continuity, optimise output, and drive new standards in productivity, reliability, and sustainability. We help deliver operational resilience, increased performance, and better environmental outcomes, across the board.
Why March?
Progress is People.
MARCH has ambitious plans and central to our future growth is attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent. Whether your role is onsite or office-based, engineering or support, we offer opportunities for all our people to develop their careers and maximise their potential. MARCH is committed to building teams that reflect a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe diverse thinking strengthens engineering, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let the team know
