Workshop Team Leader

Rise Technical; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK manufacturer is seeking a Workshop Team Leader to manage day-to-day operations on the workshop floor. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing, hands-on experience with tools, and the ability to lead a team. This role offers progression and long-term stability within a supportive environment focused on quality and innovation. Key responsibilities include overseeing production, supporting engineers, and contributing to product development.

Benefits

Progression opportunities

Excellent benefits

Long-term stability

Qualifications

• Experience leading, mentoring, or supervising engineers or technicians.
• Strong hands-on workshop experience.
• Must be based within commutable distance of Alton.

Responsibilities

• Leading day-to-day workshop floor operations.
• Supporting engineers, builds, and prototypes.
• Assisting with product development and continuous improvement.

Skills

Manufacturing or production background

Hands-on experience with traditional workshop tools

Leadership and mentoring skills

Tools

CNC machinery

Traditional workshop tools

Job description

Workshop Team Leader

45,000 - 50,000 + Progression + Excellent Benefits + Long-Term Stability

Alton, Hampshire (Commutable from: Basingstoke, Farnham, Guildford, Winchester, Petersfield, Andover, Aldershot, Fleet)

Are you from a manufacturing or production background with strong hands‑on experience and some leadership exposure, looking to step into a senior, floor‑based role within a well‑established UK manufacturer offering long‑term stability, variety, and a friendly, team‑based environment?

On offer is an excellent opportunity to take a lead position within a specialist manufacturing company that produces high‑end products for customers across the UK and overseas. This is a practical, workshop‑based role where you will remain technically involved while supporting and guiding a skilled team on a day‑to‑day basis.

This well‑established company has built a reputation for quality craftsmanship and innovative product design. They’re continuing to grow their UK production and are now seeking an experienced workshop professional to lead from the front across a multi‑department site covering machining, wiring, assembly, and product finishing.

In this role, you will be the go‑to person on the workshop floor, coordinating engineers, supporting daily operations, and ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard. You’ll be hands‑on with both traditional and CNC machinery, play a key role in supporting new designs and prototypes, and work closely with engineering and operations to drive continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will come from a manufacturing or production environment, with strong hands‑on workshop experience and the confidence to lead, support, and motivate a team. This role would suit someone looking for long‑term stability, progression, and the chance to be involved in exciting product development.

The Role

• Leading day‑to‑day workshop floor operations
• Supporting engineers, builds, and prototypes
• Assisting with product development and continuous improvement
• Monday to Friday, days‑based position

The Person

• Background in manufacturing, machining, or production environments
• Hands‑on experience with traditional workshop tools and machinery
• Experience leading, mentoring, or supervising engineers or technicians
• Based within commutable distance of Alton

Reference Number: BBBH (phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further opportunities, please click "Apply Now" or contact Lewis Durrant at Rise Technical.

Rise Technical Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will depend on your experience, qualifications, and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.