Structural Concept Australia is looking for an experienced Workshop Foreman to lead the day-to-day operations of our joinery workshop.
Producing high-end commercial joinery, hospitality fit-outs and custom interiors, we need a practical, organised leader who can bring out the best in our team and keep work moving efficiently.
About the role
This is a hands-on position overseeing our cabinet makers, machinists and apprentices. You will coordinate daily production, maintain quality standards and work closely with management, drafting and project teams to meet deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Organising the workshop floor and allocating daily tasks.
- Leading the team and monitoring progress against production schedules.
- Reading drawings and ensuring staff understand job requirements.
- Checking materials, hardware and information are ready for manufacture.
- Overseeing machining, assembly and quality checks before dispatch.
- Identifying and resolving manufacturing issues early.
- Maintaining safe work practices, machinery care and workshop organisation.
- Supporting apprentices and developing the skills of the team.
- Working on the tools as required.
- Keeping management informed of progress, delays and staffing requirements.
About you
You will have a strong background in cabinet making or joinery and the confidence to take responsibility for a busy workshop.
We are looking for someone with:
- A trade qualification in cabinet making or joinery.
- Experience as a foreman, workshop supervisor or leading hand.
- Robust knowledge of manufacturing methods, materials and hardware.
- The ability to interpret detailed workshop drawings.
- Clear communication and a fair, consistent approach to managing people.
- Strong planning skills and the ability to coordinate several jobs at once.
- High standards of workmanship and a practical approach to solving problems.
- Experience with commercial joinery, CNC machinery and edge banders will be highly regarded.
- Take ownership of the day-to-day running of the workshop.
- Work on varied, detailed projects across commercial and hospitality interiors.
- Work closely with management and contribute to improvements in production.
- Put your trade experience and leadership skills into practice.
Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have as a Workshop Foreperson?
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📌 Workshop Foreman (Adelaide)
🏢 Structural Concepts Australia
📍 Adelaide
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