Workshop Foreman

JWR Employment Specialists are working with a Mechanical and Engineering Company who are specialists in bespoke fabrication to recruit a Workshop Foreman.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a fast growing and expanding business that support an equally fast-growing industry. Experience in Mechanical Fiiting/Machining or Metal Fabrication is desired.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for supervising our busy workshop, ensuring quality of the final products and supply within contractual delivery time
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with processes, completing all necessary
• documentation and submitting to the office within agreed timescales
• Develop and motivate staff to ensure they achieve maximum performance
• Plan work activities and manpower
• Conduct regular risk assessments of workshop activities, equipment, and processes.
• Monitoring and reporting on production progress
• Oversee housekeeping and availability of workshop tools, equipment and expendables.
• Review the scope of works, drawings and establish production objectives, standards, and production schedules
• Liaise with our design department to ensure workshop drawings are accurate & complete
• Ensure all machinery and equipment in the workshop are well-maintained, properly operated, and equipped with necessary safety features
• Timekeeping of workshop staff
• Provide training and guidance to workshop personnel on safety protocols, best practices, and emergency procedures.
• Oversee the receipt of materials to ensure they correspond to the paperwork and certificates received
• communicate emergency response plans to handle accidents, fires, or other emergencies effectively.
• Work to ISO9001, EN1090 & ISO45001 Standards.
• Review workshop practices with an emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, cost effectiveness and timelines
• Ensure Workplace Safety and Health policies, procedures and regulations are followed
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement initiatives
• Safety Compliance: Ensure that all workshop activities comply with relevant health and safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards.

 Skills and Experience

• Team player
• Experience in a similar supervisory role
• Experience in Mechanical (Fitting or Machining) or Metal Fabrication is preferred
• Possess excellent communication and record keeping skills
• Have the ability to read and interpret mechanical and structural drawings
• Possess high level of motivation, initiative, and time management skills