We are seeking a practical and motivated Workshop Managerto support the planning, coordination and day-to-day operation of our high-volume structural steel fabrication workshop.
Reporting to the Senior Workshop Manager, you will help coordinate production across processing, fabrication, welding, quality, painting and dispatch.
This is a hands‐on leadership role for an experienced fabrication skilled ready to take the next step into workshop management.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Supporting welding coordination, inspection, traceability and quality‐control activities.
Supporting weekly production planning, scheduling and resource allocation.
Communicating production priorities, deadlines and targets to workshop supervisors.
Identifying production bottlenecks and implementing practical corrective actions.
Monitoring labour utilisation, productivity, overtime and workshop operating costs.
Supporting stores, inventory control, supplier performance and subcontracted services.
Participating in audits, incident investigations, risk assessments and continuous improvement initiatives.
Providing leadership, mentoring and guidance to supervisors and workshop personnel.
Acting as delegate for the Senior Fabrication Manager when required.
About You:




A trade qualification in Boilermaking, Fabrication, Welding or a related discipline.
Demonstrated experience in a structural steel fabrication environment.
Experience working within ASINZS **** Construction Category CC3 or CC4.
Strong planning, organisational and time-management skills.
Effective leadership, communication and problem-solving capabilities.
The ability to manage competing priorities and respond calmly to urgent production issues.
A strong commitment to workplace health, safety, quality and environmental compliance.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
Trade qualification in Boilermaking, Fabrication, Welding or related discipline.
Demonstrated experience within a structural steel fabrication environment.
Strong understanding of fabrication, welding and workshop operations.
Sound knowledge of AS/NZS ****, AS/NZS **** and ISO **** requirements.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
Strong organisational, planning and communication skills.
Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
Proficient computer skills and experience using ERP/MRP systems.
Experience within AS/NZS **** Construction Category CC3 or CC4
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📌 Workshop Manager (Adelaide)
🏢 Synergie Group
📍 Adelaide