Welder/Fabricator Supervisor

Job title:

Welder/Fabricator Supervisor

Company:

HR GO

Job description

Welder/Fabricator SupervisorLocation: Cheddar (occasional client site visits and work at Wales site, 2 hr drive max- Van provided)Hourly rate: £20 per hour, with overtime pay 1.5x after 8 hours on Saturdays and 2x on Sundays.Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm, Friday: 8:00am – 3:30pm (some flexibility for business needs required)Reports to: Contract ManagerWhy Join Us?Lead welding and fabrication operations in a professional and safety-first environment. Oversee a small, motivated team while delivering high-quality results and ensuring workshop efficiency.Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise welding/fabrication tasks; meet deadlines and standards.
• Ensure safety, quality and workshop compliance.
• Oversee WPS development and inspection.
• Train and support team members for optimal performance.
• Plan resources and materials for projects.
• Manage stock levels (consumables, PPE) and ensure compliance.
• Conduct quality and safety inspections.
• Handle workshop paperwork (timesheets, reports).
• Support recruitment and team development.
• Occasional on-site or Wales workshop work.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to manage a small team effectively.
• Extensive knowledge of fabrication and welding techniques.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing work conditions.
• Collaborative approach to teamwork, working effectively with internal and external teams.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Fabrication & Welding City and Guilds Level 3 (desirable)
• Responsible Welding Coordinator qualification (desirable)
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification (desirable)
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong health and safety awareness within an engineering environment.
• Previous experience in welding or fabrication supervision is beneficial.
• Ability to travel to the Wales workshop as required (within a 2-hour radius of Cheddar).

Benefits:

• 22 days of annual leave plus public and bank holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

This is a permanent opportunity with a starting salary dependant on experience. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. HRGO Recruitment are a recruitment agency supporting local companies.Note: This role is being advertised by a recruitment agency on behalf of the hiring company. Details of the client will be disclosed during the recruitment process.

Expected salary

£20 per hour

Location

Cheddar, Somerset

Job date

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 08:21:10 GMT

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