About the Role
An industry-leading manufacturing company based in
Somerton
is seeking an experienced, high-performing
Workshop Supervisor
with a
Boilermaker trade background
to lead shop floor operations.
You will oversee daily structural steel fabrication workflows, maintain strict quality control, and directly lead a dedicated workforce of up to 20 fabricators, welders, and tradespeople. This role bridges technical problem-solving with high-level team management, ensuring projects deliver on time, within budget, and to standard.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership:
Direct, motivate, and manage daily activities for a workshop team of up to 20 tradespeople and support staff.
Production & Scheduling:
Coordinate daily workshop workflows, track production targets, and optimize material flow across structural steel fabrication lines.
Quality Control:
Ensure all fabrication and welding outputs comply with technical drawings, client specifications, and Australian Standards (AS/NZS ****).
EHS & Safety Management:
Drive a proactive safety culture, conduct daily toolbox talks, enforce PPE policy, and manage site hazard assessments.
Technical Guidance:
Read and interpret complex structural shop drawings; provide hands-on technical guidance and troubleshooting on the floor.
Resource Allocation:
Oversee machinery maintenance, tool inventory, consumable management, and workshop housekeeping.
What You'll Need to Succeed
Trade Qualification:
Cert III in Engineering – Fabrication (Boilermaker / Heavy Fabrication background required).
Leadership Track Record:
Proven experience supervising and coordinating large workshop teams (up to 20 people). Minimum 5 years leadership experience.
Structural Steel Expertise:
Deep knowledge of heavy structural steel fabrication and welding processes.
Technical Literacy:
Advanced capability in reading technical structural design blueprints and fabrication drawings.
Safety First Mindset:
Comprehensive understanding of Victorian OHS standards and proactive risk mitigation.
Communication:
Strong interpersonal skills with a practical, collaborative, and clear management approach.
What's on Offer
Competitive Rate:
$***** – $***** per hour + Super (negotiable based on experience).
Stability & Security:
Permanent full-time employment with a large, reputable manufacturer.
Earning Potential:
Regular access to overtime pay.
Facility & Culture:
Up-to-date manufacturing workshop environment in Somerton with on-site parking and provided uniforms/PPE.
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