Fabrication and Welding Supervisor

WEC Group Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Coventry is seeking a Welding Supervisor to manage a team of approx. 30 welders and fabricators. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on welding experience and proven supervisory skills within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include maximizing workflow efficiency, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining compliance with Health and Safety requirements. Benefits include a profit share scheme, pension plan, and a generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Profit Share Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

Employee Benefit Loans

Refer a Friend Bonus

Death in Service Benefit

Unique and Varied Projects

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising teams to meet production targets.
• Proficient in MIG, TIG, and MMA welding techniques.
• Understanding of safe working practices in welding.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of approximately 30 welders and fabricators.
• Maximize workflow efficiency and maintain quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety requirements.

Skills

Proven experience as a Welding Supervisor

Strong hands-on experience in welding and fabrication

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Experience in high-volume fabrication or precision fabrication

Solid understanding of HSE regulations

Education

Formal welding qualifications (coded welder status)

Time-served apprenticeship / NVQ / City and Guilds in Welding

Job description

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of approx. 30 welders / fabricators to meet production targets and deadlines
• Maximise workflow efficiency and ensure high levels of productivity
• Maintain and improve quality standards across all welding and fabrication activities
• Ensure all staff are trained and competent to required standards
• Work independently, using initiative to solve problems and improve processes
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
• Uphold and promote company and client standards, guidelines, and best practices
• Produce performance reports, KPIs, and documentation when required
• Ensure full compliance with Health and Safety requirements and safe working procedures

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Welding Supervisor, Fabrication Supervisor, or Engineering Team Leader within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Strong hands‑on experience in welding and fabrication (MIG, TIG, MMA)
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings and welding symbols
• Experience in either high-volume fabrication or custom / precision fabrication environments
• Solid understanding of HSE regulations and safe working practices in welding and fabrication
• Formal welding qualifications (coded welder status or equivalent)
• Time-served apprenticeship / NVQ / City and Guilds in Welding or Fabrication

Company Benefits

• Profit Share Scheme : When the company performs well, you share in the success through an annual bonus called the profit share scheme.
• Company Pension Scheme : Build for your future with our contributory workplace pension plan.
• Employee Benefit Loans : Access low‑interest financial support to help with unexpected personal expenses when you need it most.
• Refer a Friend Bonus : Recommend talented friends or family and receive £250 after they complete 3 months and an additional £750 after 12 months of service.
• Death in Service Benefit : Peace of mind for you and your loved ones, providing financial support in the event of your passing.
• Unique and Varied Projects : Be part of an exciting range of projects where no two days are the same, keeping your work fresh, engaging, and rewarding.
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays : Recharge with a generous holiday allowance plus all UK bank holidays off.