At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage workshop operations, ensuring efficiency and high standards.
- Company: Join Cobra Engineering, part of March Group, in a dynamic engineering environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, 25 days leave, free parking, and enhanced pension.
- Other info: Supportive employer focused on employee wellbeing and ongoing training.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a growing business with genuine career progression opportunities.
- Qualifications: Experience in workshop management and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are looking for an experienced Workshop Manager to join our growing engineering team at Cobra Engineering in Wisbech. This is a key role responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the workshop and yard, ensuring operations are efficient, safe, and delivered to a high standard. You’ll lead and coordinate a team of engineers, manage workflow and resources, and work closely with the planning and design teams to keep projects on track.
Key Responsibilities
- Management of all production tasks of 3 x Workshops - Stainless Steel, Mild Steel & Machine Shop
- Co-ordination of fabrication & site packs & hour monitoring
- Ongoing Quality Checks & Completion Compliance
- Dealing with site issues alongside Project Managers
- Study engineering drawings
- Technical advice
- Management & Monitoring of hours spent on projects & hitting dates/deadlines
- Liaison with Design Office to iron out queries/issues
- Company van allocation and co-ordination
- Monitor & improve systems and processes
- Co-ordination with internal H&S team
- Assist with Planning of labour allocation alongside Planning Manager
- Assist with Co-ordination with Projects Co-ordinator re: deliveries
- Assist with Compliance of jobs & updating logs
- Provide holiday cover for Planning Manager
Skills, Experiences & Qualifications
- Proven experience in a similar workshop management role (Workshop Manager, Production Manager, Machine shop Manager)
- Strong fabrication background, working with stainless and mild steel
- Pipework experience (desirable, but not essential)
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Experience working in a fast-paced engineering environment
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Customer-focused approach
- Ability to meet tight deadlines
- Full UK driving license
What we offer
- Competitive salary
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Free onsite parking
- Enhanced pension contribution
- Ongoing internal training and clear career development pathways
- A supportive employer committed to employee Wellbeing
- Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing business
- Access to employee discount schemes
Workshop / Production Manager in Wisbech employer: MARCH
Cobra Engineering, part of March Group, is an exceptional employer located in Wisbech, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and quality are at the forefront. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, we provide competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and ongoing training opportunities that foster career growth. Join our collaborative team and enjoy the benefits of working in a supportive culture that values your contributions and encourages professional development.
