Workshop Supervisor in Sidcup

Firmin Recruit are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our established UK based manufacturing client. Our client has been in business for more than seventy years and are an established and busy manufacturing company who manufacture specialist units for research and clinical sectors worldwide.. Due to business demands we are recruiting for an experienced, hands-on Workshop Supervisor who can take responsibility for the day-to-day running of our production workshop while remaining actively involved in the manufacture and assembly of our machines. * The successful candidate must have a strong mechanical background, with proven experience in brazing, silver soldering and the installation of pumps, valves and associated pipework components. * They must be confident in reading and interpreting pipework schematics and working independently to a high standard. Working alongside the existing Production Manager, this person will play a key role in the planning, scheduling and coordination of workshop activities. * They must be self-motivated, capable of making practical decisions on the workshop floor and confident in taking ownership of production priorities * . The role will involve directly supervising a team of approximately eight mechanical and electrical production staff, ensuring that work is allocated effectively, production timelines are maintained and the team operates efficiently. They will also be expected to provide practical technical support to workshop staff, helping to resolve problems encountered during the manufacture and assembly of machines and ensuring that production continues with minimal disruption. * Suitable Candidate: * We are looking for someone who is process-driven, organised and has a keen eye for detail, with a strong focus on workmanship, quality and continuous improvement. Importantly, this is not a purely supervisory position. * The successful candidate must be willing and able to work productively alongside the team, actively contributing to machine manufacture and leading by example through their own technical ability, work ethic and standards. Workshop Supervisor * Location: Sidcup * Company: Firmin Recruit (on behalf of an established UK-based manufacturing client) * Job Type: Full-time, Permanen About the Client Our client is an established, busy manufacturing company with over 70 years of business excellence. They design and manufacture specialist units for the research and clinical sectors worldwide. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Workshop Supervisor to manage the day-to-day running of our production workshop. This is a dual-aspect role; you will supervise a small team while remaining actively involved in the hands-on manufacture and assembly of our machines. Leading by example, you will work alongside the existing Production Manager to plan, schedule, and coordinate workshop activities to a high standard of workmanship. Key Responsibilities Workshop Supervision & Leadership * Directly supervise a team of approximately eight mechanical and electrical production staff. * Allocate work effectively, ensuring production timelines are met and the team operates efficiently. * Provide practical technical support to workshop staff to resolve build issues and minimise disruptions. * Drive a culture focused on quality, detail, and continuous improvement. Hands-on Manufacture & Production * Actively contribute to the daily manufacture and assembly of specialist machines. * Interpret pipework schematics to build units independently and accurately. * Perform high-quality brazing and silver soldering. * Install pumps, valves, and associated pipework components. Candidate Profile Technical Skills & Experience * Strong mechanical background within a manufacturing or production environment. * Proven hands-on experience in brazing and silver soldering. * Demonstrated expertise in installing pumps, valves, and complex pipework. * Ability to read and interpret technical pipework schematics fluently. Leadership & Personal Attributes * Proven supervisory experience with the ability to motivate and manage a small technical team. * Self-motivated and confident making practical decisions on the workshop floor. * Process-driven and highly organised with a sharp eye for quality and detail. * Strong work ethic, willing to work productively alongside the team to lead by example. What We Offer * 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holiday, Parking, Pension, etc. * Workng hours - 8am - 5 pm Monday - Thursday and 8 am - 1pm on Friday * Opportunity to work with a globally recognised, stable market leader. If you have the necessary skills and would like more information about this role, please send your CV