Pre-Production Design Coordinator

Pre-Production Design Co-ordinator - Metalwork
Basildon
Permanent Full Time
Salary Negotiable depending on experience

A leading specialist fit-out contractor delivering commercial and high-end residential projects is looking for a Metalwork Pre-production Design Co-ordinator to join their in-house fabrication team. The role is ideal for someone with strong AutoCAD 2D/3D skills and hands-on metal fabrication experience who understands how to take a design through to workshop manufacture.

• Salary negotiable depending on experience
• Hours 8am - 5pm Monday to Friday
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Bonus scheme
• EV scheme
• Death in service (4x salary)
• Personal accident cover
• Healthcare cash plan

The Role

You will manage the metalwork pre-production process, producing accurate manufacturing drawings and technical information to support fabrication and installation.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed AutoCAD 2D & 3D manufacturing drawings
• Create full production packs including cutting lists, CNC files and fabrication details
• Identify design clashes and resolve manufacturing challenges early
• Work closely with the Metalwork Manager and workshop team
• Draft CNC components and schedule materials
• Raise procurement requisitions for materials and components
• Provide practical fabrication input (welding, cutting, folding, assembly)
• Maintain accurate project trackers and attend internal review meetings

Requirements

• Strong AutoCAD 2D & 3D experience - essential
• Hands-on background in bespoke metalwork fabrication and welding
• Solid understanding of workshop processes and manufacturing methods
• Experience producing production / manufacturing drawings
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• Previous experience in a similar role preferred

Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.

Contact Appointments for more information or apply via the link.