Are you an experienced workshop leader looking for an opportunity to take ownership of a busy operation while remaining hands-on? We are seeking a Workshop Foreman/Leading Hand to oversee the day-to-day running of a well-established workshop in Singleton.
Leading a small team of approximately 6-10 employees, you'll play a key role in driving safety, productivity, quality, and workshop performance while working closely with an experienced Leading Hand for support.
About the Role:
- Lead and coordinate workshop personnel and daily activities
- Allocate work to maximise productivity and efficiency
- Support and develop team members while maintaining accountability
- Plan daily workloads and resource allocation
- Monitor production progress
- Coordinate order preparation and dispatch activities
- Ensure compliance with safety procedures, PPE requirements, and equipment standards
- Identify, address, and escalate safety concerns as required
- Ensure all work meets drawings, specifications, and customer requirements
- Minimise rework through strong quality control practices
- Maintain workshop cleanliness, organisation, and housekeeping standards
- Coordinate maintenance and repairs of workshop equipment
- Work closely with operations and procurement teams to manage workflow demands
About You:
- Previous experience leading teams within a workshop, manufacturing, fabrication, or trade-based environment
- Strong understanding of workshop operations and production processes
- Excellent organisational and planning skills
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced setting
- Commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Willingness to remain hands-on and support workshop activities when required
What's On Offer:
- Permanent full-time position
- Lead a close-knit team of 6-10 employees
- Support from an experienced team
- Stable, well-established operation in Singleton
- Competitive remuneration with higher rates considered for exceptional candidates
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact on workshop performance and culture
Apply Now! If you're a motivated workshop leader who enjoys balancing people management, operational performance, and hands-on involvement, we'd love to hear from you.
📌 Workshop Leading Hand (Hunter Region)
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📍 Hunter Region
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