Workshop Supervisor

Recruit Mint Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Workshop Supervisor to lead a talented team in the bespoke mechanical build sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to oversee high-spec projects from disassembly to final reassembly, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction. With a focus on hands-on production, you will provide support in welding and fabrication while maintaining health and safety compliance. Enjoy a stable, Monday-Friday schedule with a competitive salary and benefits in a specialist manufacturing environment. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, this position could be perfect for you!

Benefits

Company pension

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experienced in welding, fabrication, or mechanical assembly.
• Proven supervisory experience in a workshop environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of 5-6 workshop staff ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Oversee bespoke mechanical builds and manage resources effectively.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Mechanical Assembly

Supervisory Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Job description

Workshop Supervisor – Bespoke Mechanical Build

Location: Orton Southgate, Peterborough
Salary: Circa £40,000 + Benefits
Industry: Engineering / Fabrication / Mechanical Build

Are you an experienced workshop professional with a background in welding, fabrication, or mechanical assembly? Do you have the leadership skills to supervise a team of 5-6 skilled technicians in a bespoke manufacturing environment?

If so, this could be the perfect role for you!

The Role:

As Workshop Supervisor, you’ll be leading a small team in the hands-on production of bespoke mechanical builds. You’ll oversee projects from disassembly through to final reassembly, ensuring quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Some client communication will be required, as well as occasional on-site installation supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Supervise and coordinate a team of 5-6 workshop staff
2. Oversee bespoke mechanical builds, ensuring high standards are met
3. Work closely with engineers and technicians to deliver high-spec projects
4. Provide hands-on support (welding/fabrication/mechanical fitting)
5. Communicate with clients regarding project requirements and updates
6. Ensure health & safety compliance within the workshop
7. Manage resources to meet project deadlines
8. Coordinate logistics, including transportation, supplier relationships, and project documentation

What We’re Looking For:

1. Background in welding, fabrication, mechanical assembly, or similar
2. Supervisory experience – leading a small team in a workshop environment
3. Strong communication skills – ability to liaise with clients and suppliers
4. Problem-solving mindset with a keen eye for detail
5. Willingness to travel for occasional on-site project work

What’s in it for You?

1. Circa £40,000 salary + company benefits
2. A stable, hands-on leadership role in a specialist manufacturing environment
3. The opportunity to work on unique, high-quality projects
4. A Monday-Friday role with a 40-hour workweek (07:30 – 16:30)
5. Company pension & on-site parking

If you’re a workshop team leader, welding supervisor, fabrication foreman, or mechanical build expert looking for the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!

Apply now or contact us for more details.