Workshop Manager – Lead Fabrication & Pipework Teams

M. Heffernan Engineering Ltd; Carrick-on-Suir; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Diverse projects across Ireland and EU

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

MH Engineering is seeking a Workshop Manager to lead fabrication and prefabrication operations, overseeing day-to-day workshop management and ensuring safe, efficient, high-quality pipework delivery for projects across Ireland and Europe.

The role requires strong leadership of welders, pipefitters, fabricators and apprentices, with a focus on production planning, quality control, continuous improvement and adherence to HSEQ procedures.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading workshop teams and coordinating fabrication activities.
• Strong knowledge of pipework fabrication, welding processes and installation practices.
• Excellent organisational, planning and leadership skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee daily workshop operations to meet safety and efficiency targets.
• Lead fabrication teams including welders, pipefitters, fabricators and apprentices.
• Plan and coordinate fabrication schedules with project deadlines.
• Monitor productivity, labour allocation and workshop performance.
• Ensure pipework meets project specs and quality standards.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers and Site Teams.
• Maintain health, safety, environmental and quality procedures.
• Manage workshop equipment, maintenance and resources.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct toolbox talks and training initiatives.
• Assist with procurement planning, stock control and material management.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Planning

Team management

Job description

MH Engineering is seeking a Workshop Manager to lead fabrication and prefabrication operations, overseeing day-to-day workshop management and ensuring safe, efficient, high-quality pipework delivery for projects across Ireland and Europe.

The role requires strong leadership of welders, pipefitters, fabricators and apprentices, with a focus on production planning, quality control, continuous improvement and adherence to HSEQ procedures.