Hands-On Workshop Leader: Welding & Fabrication

Taurus Engineering; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Taurus Engineering in Christchurch, NZ is seeking a hands-on Working Supervisor to lead a fabrication and welding team. You will personally perform fabrication tasks while coordinating the crew, keeping jobs on schedule, and ensuring every output meets our quality and safety standards.

You'll mentor staff, manage daily/weekly workshop plans to hit production goals, and maintain QA with WPS/PQR compliance. Strong leadership, communication, and practical safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified tradesperson with 5–10 years' experience in fabrication or welding.
• Solid knowledge of AS/NZS welding and quality requirements; ability to read and work from plans.
• Demonstrated leadership presence and hands-on work style.
• Safety-first mindset with understanding of Health and Safety at Work Act obligations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fabrication and welding work alongside the team.
• Lead by example on safety and conduct toolbox talks.
• Coordinate daily and weekly workshop schedules to meet production goals.
• Oversee quality control and QA, ensuring adherence to WPS/PQR.
• Coach and mentor workshop staff to build skills and accountability.
• Manage admin tasks: progress and incident reports, job tracking, and records.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety mindset

Reading plans

Team coaching

Health & Safety

Computer literacy

Education

Trade-qualified tradesperson

Tools

MS Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Taurus Engineering in Christchurch, NZ is seeking a hands-on Working Supervisor to lead a fabrication and welding team. You will personally perform fabrication tasks while coordinating the crew, keeping jobs on schedule, and ensuring every output meets our quality and safety standards.

You'll mentor staff, manage daily/weekly workshop plans to hit production goals, and maintain QA with WPS/PQR compliance. Strong leadership, communication, and practical safety focus are essential.