At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead workshop operations, ensuring quality and productivity while mentoring a skilled team.
- Company: Join a leading engineering fabrication company focused on high-quality metalwork for agriculture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance incentives, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Enjoy autonomy and influence in a dynamic environment with career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape workshop operations and contribute to strategic growth in a hands-on leadership role.
- Qualifications: Experience in welding and fabrication, with strong leadership and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40725 - 49775 £ per year.
Location: Saxmundham, East Suffolk
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary Guide: £44,000 - £46,500 PA, depending on experience + Performance based incentives
About Our Client
We are working with a leading specialist engineering fabrication company that delivers high-quality metalwork, custom builds, and engineered solutions for the agriculture sector. As part of their growth strategy, they are seeking a hands-on leader to manage all workshop and production operations.
The Role
As Operations & Fabrication Manager, you will take ownership of day-to-day workshop performance, ensuring quality, safety, and productivity, while collaborating with senior leadership to identify new business opportunities and support strategic growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Workshop Operations
- Oversee daily workflows, scheduling, and resource allocation.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a small skilled team of welder fabricators and technicians.
- Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, and health & safety compliance.
- Manage materials and equipment to maximise efficiency.
- Work closely with design and engineering team to deliver client requirements.
- Commercial Support
- Plan, schedule and control fabrication workflows using ERP/MRP systems.
- Control operational budgets, inventory and supplier performance, monitor labour and material costs, approve CAPEX for tooling/machinery.
- Support client engagement through proposals, quotes, and presentations.
- Represent the company at trade shows and networking events.
Ideal Candidate
- Proven experience in Welding, fabrication, metalwork within an engineering workshop environment.
- Solid understanding of fabrication techniques, materials, and project timelines.
- Reading engineering drawings / CAD interpretation.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
- Production planning / ERP-MRP.
Desirable
- Experience of AutoCAD and 3D CAD Software, like Inventor or SolidWorks.
- Industry contacts and networks.
- Experience with estimating, quoting, and technical drawings.
- Knowledge of ISO standards and best-practice workshop procedures.
What’s on Offer
- A senior role with autonomy and influence.
- Competitive salary + performance-based incentives.
- Opportunities to shape workshop operations and contribute to growth strategy.
- Professional development and career progression.
Interested? Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.
HRGO Recruitment provides both permanent and temporary job opportunities across the UK. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. HRGO is committed to equal opportunities for all.
Operations & Fabrication Manager in Saxmundham employer: HR GO Recruitment
Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding aerospace precision engineering company that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture. With a focus on quality and innovation, we offer competitive salaries, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and organised working environment. As a CNC Setter/Operator, you'll be part of a team that takes pride in producing high-precision components while enjoying the benefits of working in a thriving industry.
