Workshop Fabrication Supervisor

Job Title: Workshop / Fabrication Supervisor
Location: Reading
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 (Permanent or Subcontractor)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00am to 4:00pm

About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Workshop / Fabrication Supervisor to lead operations in our busy pipework fabrication workshop.
You’ll oversee daily production, manage a small team, and ensure high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. This is a hands-on leadership role – ideal for someone with strong technical knowledge and a proactive, organised approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day fabrication of prefabricated pipework.
• Interpret drawings, create cutting lists, and track project progress.
• Manage workshop staff and subcontractors, ensuring high standards and deadlines are met.
• Maintain weld logs, material certification, and ISO9000 documentation.
• Oversee quality checks – ensuring welds and assemblies meet required tolerances.
• Liaise with clients, project managers, and internal teams to update progress and resolve issues.
• Ensure all Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) are current and signed.
• Manage materials, stock levels, and logistics for incoming and outgoing deliveries.
• Drive continuous improvement in workshop processes and safety culture.
• Recommend new tools, plant, or methods to enhance performance and productivity.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong background in pipework fabrication and welding processes.
• Proven supervisory or team leader experience in a workshop environment.
• Excellent understanding of ISO drawings, welding standards, and quality control.
• Knowledge of ISO9000, NCR processes, and H&S compliance.
• Confident communicator – able to liaise with site teams, management, and clients.
• Highly organised with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with material ordering, stock management, and scheduling.
• A practical, proactive leader who takes pride in delivering top-quality work.

Key Competencies

• Technical: Fabrication, welding, QA/QC, drawing interpretation, and mechanical assembly.
• Leadership: Team supervision, training, and resource management.
• Operational: Production planning, cost control, and workshop coordination.
• Communication: Clear reporting, client liaison, and team collaboration.

Why Join Arcforce

• Competitive salary: £40,000 – £50,000
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension (3% employer contribution)
• Life insurance (4x salary after probation)
• Private medical insurance (after probation)
• Free parking
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and development

If interested, please apply online or call Ben on 0203 006 8404 / email ben.hewlett@strong-group.co.uk