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Duties and Responsibilities Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team of welders, machine operators, fabricators, and support staff within the metal department. Plan, schedule, and coordinate daily production activities to ensure projects are completed on time and to specification. Interpret technical drawings, engineering specifications, and Bills of Quantities (BOQs) to drive fabrication activities. Manage workflow across laser cutting, robotic welding, welding, bending, drilling, and fabrication operations. Monitor production output, identify bottlenecks, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Control material procurement, inventory levels, and waste reduction initiatives to protect project profitability. Coordinate outsourced finishing services, including powder coating and galvanising, while maintaining supplier quality standards. Enforce strict quality control measures to ensure products meet customer and company standards. Drive health, safety, and housekeeping standards throughout the workshop environment. Mentor, develop, and upskill employees while building succession plans within the department. Minimum Requirements National Certificate, National Diploma, Trade Qualification, or equivalent technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Metal Fabrication, Welding, Boilermaking, Fitting & Turning, or a related field. 8-12 years of experience within metal fabrication, structural steel, manufacturing, welding, or laser-cutting environments. Minimum 3-5 years of supervisory, production management, or workshop management experience. Strong understanding of fabrication processes, welding methodologies, and production planning. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and CAD-generated manufacturing documentation. Experience managing suppliers, subcontractors, and outsourced finishing operations. Proficiency in ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and production scheduling tools. Strong leadership, organisational, problem-solving, and people management skills. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a practical production leader with strong technical expertise in metal fabrication and a proven ability to manage people, production schedules, quality standards, costs, and safety within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This individual must be comfortable leading from the factory floor while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. Apply directly to: If you do not receive feedback within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.