Welder Foreman

Company: Prime Appointments
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Location: Tendring
Job Description:

Workshop Foreman – Late Shift – Full Time – £20.00 p/h (DOE) – Temp to Perm

I am looking for a Workshop Foreman to join a well-established metal fabrication company on a full time, permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity offering long-term stability, a leadership position within the workshop, and the chance to work on a variety of bespoke fabrication projects across multiple industries. This role would suit an experienced fabrication professional with a strong MIG welding background who has previously held a senior position such as Supervisor, Team Leader, or Foreman.

About the role

Working within a busy fabrication workshop, you will be responsible for overseeing the late shift operation, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and health & safety requirements are consistently met. Mainly supporting the fabrication team whilst remaining hands‑on with welding and fabrication duties when required.

Fabrication & Leadership Bias

  • Supervising and supporting the late shift fabrication team
  • MIG welding and fabrication of bespoke metal products
  • Reading and working from technical engineering drawings
  • Allocating work and monitoring production output
  • Ensuring welding and fabrication quality standards are maintained
  • Supporting and mentoring junior workshop staff

    The Ideal Candidate

    • Proven MIG welding and fabrication background
    • Previous experience in a senior workshop role such as Foreman, Supervisor, or Team Leader
    • Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings
    • Strong leadership and communication skills
    • Hands‑on approach with excellent problem‑solving ability
    • Experience working within a fast‑paced fabrication environment
    • Reliable and capable of leading by example

    What’s On Offer

    • Salary up to £20.00 per hour (dependent on experience)
    • Full time, permanent position
    • Late shift – Monday to Friday (2:00pm – 10:00pm)
    • Leadership opportunity within a growing fabrication business
    • Varied and bespoke fabrication work
    • Long‑term stability within an established engineering company

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Posted: May 23rd, 2026