Engineering Workshop Foreperson
| Company | Key Skills Recruitment |
| Location | Lower Hutt, Wellington |
| Pay & Benefits | Company car |
| Listed | Tue 23 Apr, 8:26 am |
| Type | Full time, Permanent |
| Reference | Liam |
We are looking for our next Workshop Foreperson to lead our Lower Hutt based Client, a provider of engineering solutions. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, our client specializes in delivering high-quality engineering services to clients across various industries. As they continue to grow, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Engineering Workshop Foreperson to lead the workshop operations and drive efficiency and productivity.
Position Overview:
As the Engineering Workshop Foreperson, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our workshop operations. You will lead a team of skilled technicians and machinists, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires a strong leader with excellent technical knowledge, organizational skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional results.
What’s in it for you?
• Company vehicle
• Free Parking
• Competitive Pay + Overtime rates
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• IMMEDIATE START
Key Responsibilities:
• Supervise and coordinate workshop activities, including machining, fabrication, welding, assembly, and testing.
• Schedule and prioritize work orders to meet project deadlines and customer requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and support to workshop staff, including training and development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize processes, improve efficiency, and enhance quality.
• Monitor equipment and tools, and coordinate maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Manage inventory levels, order supplies, and track expenses to stay within budgetary constraints.
• Communicate regularly with project managers and other stakeholders to provide updates on progress and address any issues or concerns.
Qualifications:
• Expert experience with Structural Steel and Heavy fabrication.
• Proven experience in a supervisory role within an engineering workshop or manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical skills with expertise in machining, fabrication, welding, and assembly processes.
• Excellent leadership abilities with a track record of effectively managing teams and driving performance.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to make decisions quickly and efficiently.
• A supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated leader with a passion for engineering and a commitment to excellence, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume, qualifications and relevant experience.
Or contact Liam Va’ai on 021 368 813 for a confidential conversation.
Position Overview:
As the Engineering Workshop Foreperson, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our workshop operations. You will lead a team of skilled technicians and machinists, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires a strong leader with excellent technical knowledge, organizational skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional results.
What’s in it for you?
• Company vehicle
• Free Parking
• Competitive Pay + Overtime rates
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• IMMEDIATE START
Key Responsibilities:
• Supervise and coordinate workshop activities, including machining, fabrication, welding, assembly, and testing.
• Schedule and prioritize work orders to meet project deadlines and customer requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and support to workshop staff, including training and development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize processes, improve efficiency, and enhance quality.
• Monitor equipment and tools, and coordinate maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Manage inventory levels, order supplies, and track expenses to stay within budgetary constraints.
• Communicate regularly with project managers and other stakeholders to provide updates on progress and address any issues or concerns.
Qualifications:
• Expert experience with Structural Steel and Heavy fabrication.
• Proven experience in a supervisory role within an engineering workshop or manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical skills with expertise in machining, fabrication, welding, and assembly processes.
• Excellent leadership abilities with a track record of effectively managing teams and driving performance.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to make decisions quickly and efficiently.
• A supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated leader with a passion for engineering and a commitment to excellence, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume, qualifications and relevant experience.
Or contact Liam Va’ai on 021 368 813 for a confidential conversation.
