Workshop Fabrication Operations Manager

HR GO Recruitment; Saxmundham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist engineering fabrication company in Saxmundham is seeking a Workshop Fabrication Operations Manager. The role involves overseeing daily workshop performance and ensuring quality and safety while driving efficiency and supporting business growth. The ideal candidate has solid experience in fabrication and engineering environments, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD and CAD Software. A competitive salary alongside performance-based incentives is offered for this full-time role.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fabrication, metalwork, or engineering workshop environments.
• Solid understanding of fabrication techniques, materials, and project timelines.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily workflows, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Manage materials and equipment to maximize efficiency.
• Support client engagement through proposals, quotes, and presentations.

Skills

Fabrication experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor or SolidWorks

Job description

Workshop Fabrication Operations Manager

Location: Saxmundham, East Suffolk
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary Guide: £50,000 - £60,000 (DOE) + Performance based incentives

About Our Client

We're working with a leading specialist engineering fabrication company that delivers high-quality metalwork, custom builds, and engineered solutions for the agriculture sector. As part of their growth strategy, they're seeking a hands‑on leader to manage workshop operations and drive efficiency while supporting commercial expansion.

The Role

As Workshop Fabrication Operations Manager, you’ll take ownership of day‑to‑day workshop performance, ensuring quality, safety, and productivity, while collaborating with senior leadership to identify new business opportunities and support strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

Workshop Operations

• Oversee daily workflows, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of fabricators, welders, and technicians.
• Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, and health & safety compliance.
• Manage materials and equipment to maximise efficiency.
• Work closely with design and engineering team to deliver client requirements.

Commercial Support

• Support client engagement through proposals, quotes, and presentations.
• Represent the company at trade shows and networking events.
• Monitor market trends to inform operational and commercial decisions.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in fabrication, metalwork, or engineering workshop environments.
• Experience of AutoCAD and 3D CAD Software, like Inventor or SolidWorks
• Solid understanding of fabrication techniques, materials, and project timelines.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Commercial awareness and ability to support business development initiatives.

Desirable

• Industry contacts and networks.
• Experience with estimating, quoting, and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and best‑practice workshop procedures.

What's on Offer

• A senior role with autonomy and influence.
• Competitive salary + performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities to shape workshop operations and contribute to growth strategy.
• Professional development and career progression.

Interested?

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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