Engineer - Deputy Head Of Department

Mploy Group Careers; City Of London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist fabrication workshop in the South London area is seeking a Deputy Head of Engineering to lead a team in producing high-quality metalwork for theatre and live events. The ideal candidate will have strong technical and planning skills, ensuring projects are delivered on time and adhere to safety standards. This full-time position offers a competitive salary plus overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in engineering and team leadership in metal fabrication.
• Ability to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Familiarity with technical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead fabrication teams to ensure accuracy and quality in metalwork.
• Manage department project schedules and coordinate with workshop operations.
• Continuously improve methods and safety practices.

Skills

Technical excellence

Strong planning skills

Safety standards adherence

Job description

Deputy Head of Engineering Scenic & Event Fabrication

£44,500 + overtime (additional £10,000 achievable)

Location : South London area (workshop-based with occasional site work)

Employment type : Full time

A busy, specialist fabrication workshop that serves theatre, broadcast and live events is looking for an experienced Head of Engineering to lead a skilled metal-fabrication team. This role is perfect for a hands on leader who can combine technical excellence with clear planning, strong safety standards.

Role overview

You will work in the engineering section of the workshop, reporting to the head of department and also taking ownership of day-to-day delivery and longer-term planning for metalwork and allied builds. You’ll ensure projects are produced accurately to technical drawings, delivered on schedule and to budget, while nurturing a motivated, capable team and continuously improving methods and safety practice.

Key responsibilities

• Help lead fabrication teams to produce accurate, fit-for-purpose metalwork and assemblies from technical drawings and specifications.
• Assist with creating, managing and tracking the department's project schedule in coordination with workshop operations.

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