Welding Foreman/Inspector
Due to continued expansion we're looking for an experienced Working Foreman / Supervisor to join our client's busy workshop team. If you're a time-served Fabricator/Welder with proven leadership experience, this is an excellent opportunity to step into a key hands-on role within a busy, high‑performance marine fabrication environment. As a Working Foreman/Supervisor, you will take responsibility for leading day‑to‑day workshop and site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the high standards our client is known for. Your role will include: Hands-On & Technical Responsibilities Overseeing fabrication, assembly, and installation of marine components Interpreting and working from engineering and technical drawings Carrying out fabrication and welding tasks to a high standard Supporting vessel repair, refit, and shipbuilding projects Ensuring compliance with workmanship and quality inspection requirements Leadership & Supervisory Responsibilities Supervising, mentoring, and supporting a multi-skilled workshop team Coordinating daily workloads and delegating tasks effectively Monitoring productivity, work quality, and project timelines Conducting toolbox talks, safety briefings, and risk assessments Ensuring workshop and site activities comply with HSE regulations Liaising with customers Visit customer sites to discuss potential projects and understand requirements. Gather key information on scope, risks, constraints, and resource needs. Outline what materials, labour, and capabilities would likely be required. Identifying training needs and encouraging skills development within the team Operational Responsibilities Managing materials, tools, consumables, and general workshop organisation Completing job sheets, progress reports, and documentation Supporting on-site work on vessels, quaysides, and dry docks when required Troubleshooting fabrication or fit‑out issues to keep projects movingWe're seeking someone confident, reliable, and proactive, with a strong background in fabrication and team leadership. Essential: Time-served Fabricator/Welder (SVQ Level 3 or equivalent) Strong welding & fabrication experience (MIG/TIG/Stick) Demonstrable supervisory or team-leading experience Ability to read, interpret, and work from complex technical drawings Experience working in a workshop or on-site fabrication environment Good understanding of HSE standards and safe systems of work Full UK Driving LicenceDesirable: Marine or shipbuilding experience Experience leading mixed-skilled teams on time‑critical projects Certifications such as CSCS, SSSTS, or confined space (training can be provided What's on offer: Competitive rate and regular overtime 28 days holiday, increasing with length of service Opportunity to work on varied, high-profile marine and shipbuilding projects