Workshop Manager

Westray Recruitment Group; Ashington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Ashington seeks a Workshop Manager to join their leadership team amid growth ambitions. This role requires expertise in welding and fabrication processes, along with strong leadership skills to oversee a diverse team. You will implement continuous improvement practices and uphold ISO9001 standards while fostering a productive work environment. Interested candidates should have a background in engineering and a commitment to quality and customer service.

Benefits

28 days holiday rising to 33 with service

Discretionary bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a workshop environment.
• Strong knowledge of welding & fabrication processes including MIG/TIG.
• Experience in customer service and process management.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 20+ including Welders and Machine Operators.
• Ensure effective delivery of production plans and maintain quality.
• Conduct HR activities such as recruitment and appraisals.

Skills

Leadership

Welding

Fabrication

Customer Service

Process Management

ISO9001 Knowledge

Education

Time Served Engineer

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• 28 days holiday including statutory, rising to 33 days with 5 years’ service
• Discretionary bonus scheme

THE BUSINESS

Our client based in Ashington is seeking to recruit a Workshop Manager to help propel the business within their next chapter of their ambitious growth plans via installing processes, enacting strategy and leading the team towards delivering the production plan.

The organisation has a current turnover of £5M and this is set to rise through a combination of market forces, reputation and future strategic plans. The organisation has a long-standing history and the business can provide stability, yet the opportunity to be part of a growth journey.

This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced Workshop Manager, with strong knowledge regarding Welding & Fabrication processes, general engineering, powder coating and of course people management skills. You will join the organisation and form a central part of the leadership team and work to maintain/develop the businesses excellent reputation within their market.

THE ROLE

• Responsible for around 20+ reports consisting of Welders, Painters & Machine Operators.
• Delivering work allocation and progressing works
• Working with MIG & TIG processes within mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium
• Ensuring the effective delivery of the production plan – ensuring lead times are met in conjunction with cost, quality and time
• Planning work through production in conjunction with sales, planning and operational teams
• Acting as a central leadership figure and conducting “Soft HR” activities such as appraisals, recruitment & selection, absence management, holiday authorisation, grievance & discipline, etc
• Working to install a continuous improvement culture and creating efficiencies
• Working to help the organisation meet its obligations towards ISO9001 protocols. Displaying knowledge regarding policies, practices and procedures within this
• Responsible for the overall stock inventory to aid the production schedule
• Ensuring the effective use of installation teams to install products direct at site and ensuring strong levels of professionalism, customer service and timely installs

THE PERSON

• Proven leadership experience
• Time served Engineer
• Knowledgeable of welding & fabrication processes/techniques gained within a busy workshop environment, including MIG/TIG welding, materials, paint applications and mechanical/electrical processes
• Prior experience of delivering excellent customer service & focus
• The ability to work with all stakeholders including tradesmen, management teams, customers and suppliers
• Strong ability to deliver process management & associated documentation
• Strong undertaking of ISO9001 requirements & undertaking

TO APPLY

Please send your updated CV to Tony Hutchinson or apply direct by calling Westray Recruitment Group