Fabrication Supervisor

Job Specification - Fabrication Supervisor

Job Title

Fabrication Supervisor

Location

Stafford

Salary

Up to £45,000 basic

Hours

Day Shift
Monday - Thursday: 7:00am - 4:00pm
Friday: Early finish

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Fabrication Supervisor to oversee daily workshop operations within a busy engineering and manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will lead a team of welders and fabricators, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and health & safety requirements are consistently achieved.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on supervisor with a strong fabrication and welding background looking to progress within a growing business.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate day-to-day workshop operations
Supervise and support a team of welders and fabricators
Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to engineering specifications
Read and interpret engineering drawings and fabrication plans
Allocate workloads and monitor productivity across the shop floor
Maintain high standards of quality control and workmanship
Support production planning and delivery schedules
Order, organise, and manage materials and stock levels
Ensure compliance with health & safety procedures and company policies
Assist with training and development of workshop personnel
Liaise with management and other departments to ensure smooth operations

Experience & Skills Required

Previous experience in a Fabrication Supervisor or Workshop Supervisor role
Strong fabrication and welding background within an engineering environment
Experience with mild steel and aluminium fabrication
Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent organisational and communication abilities
Hands-on approach with the ability to lead by example
Knowledge of health & safety regulations within manufacturing/workshop environments
Forklift licence or additional engineering qualifications beneficial but not essential

Qualifications

Engineering or fabrication-related qualification preferred
Welding/fabrication certifications advantageous

Progression Opportunities

This role offers excellent long-term progression opportunities within a growing and expanding business structure.

Department Structure

Reporting directly to the Factory Manager, the Fabrication Supervisor will oversee workshop fabrication staff and coordinate closely with production and engineering teams.

Reason for Vacancy

Business growth and increased workload
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed