Metal Supervisor

Job Title:

Metal Work Supervisor

Location:

Leicester (commutable from surrounding areas)

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum, depending on experience

Hours:

Full-time, permanent

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Opportunity to work on unique, design-led projects
• Supportive workshop environment with leadership development opportunities
• Long-term career stability within a growing, high-end manufacturing business

Our client is a specialist manufacturer of high-end bespoke joinery and metalwork projects for residential and commercial clients across the UK. The company has built a strong reputation for quality craftsmanship, design innovation, and attention to detail.

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Metal Work Supervisor to lead a small, skilled team producing bespoke metal components for premium joinery and interior projects. This is a hands‑on position combining leadership with practical workshop expertise.

• Supervise and support a small team of metalworkers, ensuring high-quality output and adherence to project deadlines
• Take a hands‑on role in fabrication, machining, welding (TIG and MIG), and finishing
• Operate and maintain workshop machinery including:
  • CNC milling and folding machines
  • Pillar drills and press brake equipment
  • Grinders, polishers, and finishing tools
  • TIG and MIG welders
• Plan and manage daily production schedules, allocating workloads efficiently
• Oversee fabrication of bespoke components in brass, aluminium, and stainless steel
• Liaise with project managers, subcontractors, and clients to ensure smooth coordination and timely delivery
• Maintain high standards of Health and Safety and compliance with ISO quality processes
• Contribute to continuous improvement and workflow efficiency within the metalwork department

• Proven experience as a Metalwork Supervisor, Team Leader, or Senior Fabricator
• Strong background in fine or architectural metalwork within joinery or interior manufacturing
• Hands‑on experience operating CNC and manual fabrication machinery
• Skilled in working with brass, aluminium, and stainless steel
• Excellent organisational and planning skills with strong attention to detail
• Confident communicator able to coordinate with subcontractors and internal teams
• Commitment to maintaining precision, quality, and craftsmanship

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