Project Manager

Workshop / Production Manager

Wisbech, Cambridgeshire – Cobra Engineering, Part of March Group

We are looking for an experienced Workshop Manager to join our growing engineering team at Cobra Engineering in Wisbech. This is a key role responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the workshop and yard, ensuring operations are efficient, safe, and delivered to a high standard. You’ll lead and coordinate a team of engineers, manage workflow and resources, and work closely with the planning and design teams to keep projects on track.

Key Responsibilities

• Management of all production tasks of 3 x Workshops – Stainless Steel, Mild Steel & Machine Shop
• Co-ordination of fabrication & site packs & hour monitoring
• Ongoing Quality Checks & Completion Compliance
• Dealing with site issues alongside Project Managers
• Study engineering drawings
• Technical advice
• Management & Monitoring of hours spent on projects & hitting dates/deadlines
• Liaison with Design Office to iron out queries/issues
• Company van allocation and co-ordination
• Monitor & improve systems and processes
• Co-ordination with internal H&S team
• Assist with Planning of labour allocation alongside Planning Manager
• Assist with Co-ordination with Projects Co-ordinator re: deliveries
• Assist with Compliance of jobs & updating logs
• Provide holiday cover for Planning Manager

Skills, Experiences & Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar workshop management role (Workshop Manager, Production Manager, Machine shop Manager)
• Strong fabrication background, working with stainless and mild steel
• Pipework experience (desirable, but not essential)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience working in a fast-paced engineering environment
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Customer-focused approach
• Ability to meet tight deadlinesFull UK driving license

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Free onsite parking
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Ongoing internal training and clear career development pathways
• A supportive employer committed to employee Wellbeing
• Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing business
• Access to employee discount schemes

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