Wokshop Manager

Job Opportunity: Workshop Manager – Steelwork Location: Kettering Sector: Steelwork, Engineering, Design, Installation & Fabrication Are you an experienced Workshop Manager looking for an exciting opportunity? Our client specializes in structural and architectural steel, offering engineering, design, installation, and fabrication services and are seeking a motivated and hands-on Workshop Manager to join their team in Kettering. About the Role: As the Workshop Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a team of 15-20 fabricators and apprentices. Your duties will include:

• Managing and overseeing the fabrication processes to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Communicating effectively with subcontractors and internal departments such as design, engineering, and installation.
• Ensuring health and safety protocols are maintained to industry standards.
• Leading and managing the developing the team of fabricators and apprentices to achieve operational goals.

• Team Management: Lead and supervise a team of fabricators and apprentices to meet production deadlines.
• Communication: Serve as the point of contact between departments and subcontractors to ensure project alignment.
• Workshop Oversight: Manage the fabrication process from start to finish, ensuring timelines are adhered to and quality standards are met.
• Drawings: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings to ensure accurate execution in the workshop.

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar managerial role within the structural/architectural steel industry.
• NVQ (or equivalent) in a managerial discipline.
• Strong technical background and ability to read and understand drawings.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.