Fabrication Team Leader

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Fabrication Team Leader to join a market‑leading manufacturing business in Wakefield, offering an early finish on Fridays, overtime paid at a premium, and the opportunity to develop and progress your career.

This market‑leading manufacturing business has recently undergone new investment across its facility. Due to business growth, we are now looking to recruit a Fabrication Team Leader.

The company is located just a few miles from the M1 and M62 motorways, making it easy and accessible from areas such as Barnsley, Leeds, Bradford and Dewsbury.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead safe working standards and ensure SHEQ compliance at all times.
• Plan and coordinate daily shop floor activities to meet production targets.
• Carry out high‑quality welding and fabrication to drawings and specifications.
• Monitor productivity, labour hours, and materials to minimise waste and delays.
• Support, guide, and manage the team to maintain performance and standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in similar roles such as Welder Fabricator, MIG Welder or Welding Team Leader.
• Comfortable managing and motivating a team.
• Comfortable working towards production deadlines and targets.
• Understanding and knowledge of health and safety risks.

Working Hours

• Monday–Thursday: 07:30–16:30
• Friday: 07:30–12:30

Benefits

• Hourly Rate: £18 Per Hour
• Early finish on a Friday
• Overtime paid at a premium
• Permanent opportunity.
• Chance for real career progression and development.

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