Fabrication Workshop Manager

ZipRecruiter; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company based in Grimsby is seeking a Fabrication Workshop Manager to oversee its workshop. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in sheet metal work, strong leadership skills, and a dedication to health and safety. This role involves managing workshop operations, team dynamics, and customer relations, ensuring high-quality production standards.

Benefits

5 weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Early finish on Friday

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience in sheet metal work and engineering.
• Proven recent experience in a similar role is a must.
• Basic IT skills (email, Word, Excel) required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate workshop engineers, assigning work according to drawings.
• Conduct health & safety inspections and manage timesheets.
• Order and manage stock supplies, ensuring workshop runs smoothly.

Skills

Problem Solver

Communication

Leadership

Team Player

Health & Safety Knowledge

Tools

2D CAD

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Fabrication Workshop Manager

Location: Grimsby

Hours: Monday – Thursday: 7:45am – 4:45pm, Friday: 7.45am – 3:45pm (excluding bank holidays)

About Us:

Carrera Engineering, established in 2006, specialises in providing high-quality sheet metal fabrication and machining services across the UK. We are committed to delivering precision engineering solutions and excellent customer service, supported by a dedicated team working in a safe and collaborative environment.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Fabrication Workshop Manager to join our senior management team to oversee our engineering workshop. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on background in sheet metal work, with the ability to read engineering drawings. Experience in 2D CAD would be an advantage but not necessary. This role requires strong leadership, organisational skills, and a commitment to quality as well as health and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Open and close the workshop daily, ensuring all equipment, doors, and premises are secure
• Supervise and coordinate workshop engineers, assigning work from worksheets and drawings
• Issue PPE and monitor its usage
• Manage timesheets, attendance, and staff communication
• Conduct weekly health & safety inspections in conjunction with the H&S manager
• Order and manage stock supplies, materials, and consumables
• Organise servicing for workshop equipment and machinery
• Liaise with suppliers
• Coordinate vehicle repairs and servicing
• Collaborate with management on planning, production deadlines, and engineering requirements
• Monitor manufacturing quality, precision, and timescales
• Liaise with clients and engineers to allocate resources effectively
• Assist with training schedules and apprenticeships
• Address and resolve workshop issues, including team disputes, with management support

Key Attributes:

• Extensive hands-on experience in sheet metal work and engineering
• Proven recent experience in a similar role is a must
• Problem Solver and Self Starter able to work on own initiative
• Ability to read and interpret drawings
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Basic IT skills (email, Word, Excel)
• Positive attitude and motivational leadership skills
• Knowledge of health & safety procedures

We Offer:

• Competitive salary (to be discussed upon application)
• 5 weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays and birthday off
• Early finish on Friday

If you’re a proactive leader with technical expertise and a passion for engineering, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV to [e-mail]