Assistant Workshop Supervisor

Carbon 60; Morley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Morley is seeking an Assistant Workshop Supervisor with a mechanical background to support testing and assembly operations. In this role, you will assist in managing daily workloads and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have an apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering and experience in mechanical assembly. This position offers an opportunity to grow within a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong industry experience in mechanical assembly, fitting and testing.
• Solid understanding of safety standards and risk assessments.
• Competence in using computers for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Test Supervisor with daily operations.
• Ensure testing and assembly activities meet quality standards.
• Promote lean practices including 5S and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Testing

Laser alignment

Effective communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

Assistant Workshop Supervisor

One of Carbon60's exciting, market-leading clients is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Workshop Supervisor with an established mechanical background to support their dynamic testing and assembly operations. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Role

As an Assistant Workshop Supervisor, you'll play a key role in supporting the Test Supervisor with daily operations, ensuring that all testing and assembly activities are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. You\'ll help coordinate workloads, maintain compliance, and drive continuous improvement across the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Working alongside the Test Supervisor managing daily workloads.
• Monitor project timelines and report progress or issues.
• Support the completion and tracking of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Collaborate with Engineering, Projects, Inspection, and QESH teams.
• Ensure safety procedures and risk assessments are up-to-date and followed.
• Provide technical support and help resolve test/assembly issues.
• Promote lean practices including 5S, Right First Time (RFT), and continuous improvement.
• Ensure staff training, PPE compliance, and safety standards are maintained.
• Encourage environmentally responsible practices and efficient resource use.

What You\'ll Need to Succeed

• Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Strong industry experience in mechanical assembly, fitting and testing - including laser alignment
• Solid understanding of safety standards and risk assessments.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently.
• High attention to detail and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Competence in using computers for documentation and monitoring.

If you are and experienced Mechanical Engineer with proven experience in leading/managing a team and looking for a new challenge, please apply directly with your up-to-date CV.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.