Machining Supervisor - Welshpool Workshop

RCR Mining Technologies; Welshpool; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and manufacturing firm is seeking a Machining Supervisor for their Welshpool Workshop. You will lead a high-performing team to oversee daily machining operations, ensure project quality, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have technical experience and strong leadership skills. This full-time role offers career growth and a supportive work culture with attractive benefits.

Benefits

Career growth

Job security

Competitive pay

Work-life balance

Employee perks including health insurance discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in machining operations and leadership roles.
• Technical experience in machining tooling and systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and advice to Machinists.
• Plan, allocate, and oversee daily machining activities.
• Manage materials and stock to meet project deadlines.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the team.

Skills

Comprehensive knowledge of machining tooling and systems

Heidenhain and Fanuc control experience

Understanding of quality and safety management systems

Job description

Machining Supervisor - Welshpool Workshop

Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for precision and innovation? Do you want to be part of a progressive company where your expertise is valued, your leadership makes an impact, and your career can truly grow?

RCR Mining Technologies is looking for a Machining Supervisor to take charge of our Welshpool Workshop. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role with one of Australia’s leading engineering and manufacturing companies.

About the Role

As our Machining Supervisor, you’ll be the driving force behind a high-performing team of Machinists. You’ll oversee daily workshop operations across borers, lathes, drills, and mills — ensuring projects are delivered on time, safely, and to the highest standards of quality. Beyond that, you’ll play a key role in mentoring your team, building capability, and driving continuous improvement.

What’s in it for You?

• Career growth – pathway to further leadership and development.
• Job security – permanent, full-time role with a strong pipeline of projects.
• Attractive benefits – competitive pay + income protection + life insurance.
• Work-life balance – based in Welshpool, home every night.
• Supportive culture – be part of a progressive, safety-first, and team-driven environment.
• Employee perks – parental leave, discounted health insurance, salary sacrifice, EAP, and access to 500+ retailer discounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and advice to Machinists.
• Plan, allocate, and oversee daily machining activities.
• Manage materials, stock, and workflow to meet project deadlines.
• Build and support a strong leading hand structure within the team.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to position RCR as an industry leader.
• Deliver training and upskilling programs to develop employee capability.

Skills & Experience

• Comprehensive knowledge of machining tooling and systems.
• Heidenhain and Fanuc control experience.
• Dogman / Rigger Basic (desirable).
• Solid understanding of quality and safety management systems.

About Us

RCR Mining Technologies is a market leader in the design and manufacture of innovative, award-winning solutions, including advanced materials handling equipment for the mining and rail sectors. Our extensive product range includes apron and belt feeders, conveyors, bucket wheel excavators, stackers, spreaders, in-pit mining units, sizers, scrubbers, and screeners.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly support diversity in our workforce. Applicants from all backgrounds, including women and Indigenous peoples, are encouraged to apply.

If you have the skills and experience to take on this rewarding challenge, APPLY NOW