Welding supervisor Work, Jobs in Edinburgh, Edh (with Salaries)

Welding Supervisor (Days)
Had Fab —Tranent
- Overtime
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- Welding
Welding Supervisor
NAVANTIA UK —Methil
- Full-time
- Welding
- Leadership
Quick apply

More jobs to discover

Find similar jobs that you might be interested in.

Welding Supervisor (Days)
Had Fab —Tranent
The Welding Supervisor is responsible for driving team performance, maintaining high standards of workmanship, promoting a positive safety culture, and ensuring…
Welding Supervisor
NAVANTIA UK —Methil
As Welding Supervisor, you will be responsible for coordinating daily work activities, allocating resources, supporting productivity targets, and ensuring all…
Quick apply

I want to receive the latest job alerts for welding supervisor in edinburgh, edh

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

welding supervisor jobs near edinburgh, edh

Midday Supervisor jobs in Derby

Welding Supervisor jobs in Peterlee

Door Supervisor jobs in London Heathrow Airport

Welding jobs in Darlington

Welding Supervisor jobs in Mansfield

Welding Supervisor jobs in Northern Ireland

Welding Supervisor (Days)

Had Fab -
Tranent

Apply Now

Job details

Qualifications

Fabrication welding
EHS
Non-conformance investigation
Environmental compliance
Safety toolbox talks
Shift management
Quality control within general manufacturing industry
Internal department liaison
Performance management
Metal fabrication
Safety inspections
Health and safety inspection
Quality assurance
Continuous improvement
Production planning
Quality control
Professional development mentoring
Welding
Site housekeeping
Training & development
Safety compliance inspections
Leadership
Team motivation leadership
Lean manufacturing

Full job description

The Welding Supervisor is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective day-to-day management of a welding shift within the fabrication workshop. The role involves leading a team of welders and fabricators, coordinating production activities, and ensuring all work is completed safely, to the required quality standards and in line with production schedules.

The Welding Supervisor is responsible for driving team performance, maintaining high standards of workmanship, promoting a positive safety culture, and ensuring the efficient flow of work throughout the fabrication process.

Key Responsibilities

Supervision of Welding Operations

Oversee the day-to-day operation of the welding and fabrication team, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
Allocate work to welders and fabricators based on production priorities, competency and project requirements.
Monitor production progress throughout the shift, making adjustments where required to meet production schedules.
Ensure all fabrication and welding activities are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, welding procedures (WPS), quality standards and customer specifications.
Ensure all operatives accurately use the Steel Projects PLM system to record production progress and maintain traceability.

Team Management and Development

Lead, motivate and develop a team of welders and fabricators to achieve production and quality objectives.
Conduct regular performance reviews, provide coaching and identify training and development needs.
Promote a positive working environment built on teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement.
Manage attendance, overtime and holiday requests in conjunction with other supervisors to ensure appropriate staffing levels.

Quality Control and Assurance

Ensure all fabricated and welded components meet customer specifications, engineering drawings and applicable industry standards.
Verify that welds are completed in accordance with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
Ensure visual inspections and dimensional checks are completed throughout the fabrication process.
Raise, investigate and support the resolution of non-conformance reports (NCRs).
Ensure Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) are completed accurately and all traceability requirements are maintained within Steel Projects PLM.
Work closely with the Quality team to resolve defects and implement corrective actions.

Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance

Promote a strong health and safety culture throughout the workshop.
Ensure compliance with all company health, safety and environmental procedures and relevant legislation.
Carry out regular safety inspections, toolbox talks and risk assessment reviews.
Ensure appropriate PPE is worn and safe systems of work are followed at all times.
Report and investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions where required.
Ensure all lifting operations, welding activities and workshop practices are completed safely.

Production Planning and Coordination

Work closely with the Manufacturing Manager and other departmental supervisors to deliver production plans.
Monitor shift performance against production targets and take appropriate action to minimise delays.
Prioritise work to maximise productivity while maintaining quality standards.
Support production planning activities and respond effectively to changing customer and operational requirements.

Equipment and Asset Management

Ensure welding equipment, tools and associated plant are maintained in a safe and serviceable condition.
Report equipment faults promptly using the Mango maintenance system.
Coordinate with the Maintenance team to minimise downtime and ensure equipment availability.
Promote good housekeeping and ensure work areas remain organised and compliant with 5S principles.

Communication and Shift Handover

Maintain effective communication with the Manufacturing Manager, Quality, Planning and other production departments.
Attend daily production meetings and communicate priorities clearly to the team.
Complete comprehensive shift handovers to ensure continuity of production and highlight outstanding issues, quality concerns or safety matters.

Documentation and Reporting

Maintain accurate production records using Steel Projects PLM.
Complete shift reports detailing production performance, labour utilisation, quality issues and downtime.
Ensure all required production and quality documentation is completed accurately and on time.

Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality and operational efficiency.
Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
Encourage employee engagement and the sharing of ideas to improve workshop performance.
Monitor and promote effective use of Steel Projects PLM to support operational excellence.

Authorities, Interface, Reporting and Supervision

Reports to:

Manufacturing Manager

Key Interfaces:

Head of Operations
Quality Department
Planning Department
Maintenance Team
Stores and Logistics
Engineering Department
Other Production SupervisorsSkills, Knowledge and Attributes

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

welding supervisor jobs in edinburgh, edh

Welding Supervisor (Days)