Welding Foreman

Welding Foreman

Job Location: Near Wyke Regis, Dorset

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £15.83 - £20.36 p/h (£35,000 - £45,000 per annum)

Overtime: Overtime when available is paid at premium rates (x 1.5 and x
2)

Hours: 42.5 hours per week, 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday

Benefits: 22 days holiday + Bank Holidays, pension scheme, regular salary reviews, career development & training plus company van

A leading specialist engineering company that specialises in manufacturing, repairs, servicing and specialist projects both in the workshop and onsite on a wide range of large and small products and equipment is looking for an experienced all‑round welder fabricator who can not only work hands‑on but also help the workshop manager with foreman duties and mentor the team. The role involves being the link between the management team and the welders, ensuring all work is carried out correctly and on time, providing support and guidance while fulfilling welding duties.

• Assist in organising and overseeing the day‑to‑day running of the workshop
• Communicate with the Manager and Service Department and provide regular updates on ongoing workshop activities
• Ensure all materials and jobs are ready for the welders
• Ensure all jobs are undertaken in a professional and correct manner
• Carry out quality control checks
• Act as the first point of escalation for any queries from the team
• Prevent and minimise careless use of equipment and materials
• Maintain welding tools and equipment in good working order
• Adhere to, promote and enforce housekeeping, tidying and Health & Safety regulations and policies applicable to the role and workshop environment
• Complete any other tasks as and when required

• Previous welding/fabricating experience
• Relevant formal qualifications or training advantageous but not essential
• Proficient in MIG, MMA and TIG welding to a high standard
• Positive, enthusiastic mindset with a real "can do" attitude and strong team‑work ethic
• Level‑headed and calm, demonstrating empathy, understanding and a professional persona, setting a good example to others at all times
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong performance as a welder and able to act as a role model; maintain high standards
• Approachable and helpful
• Methodical and organised
• Strong problem‑solving skills and resilience
• Flexible approach to work

Resource Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to a policy of treating all its employees and job applicants equally. It is the policy of the Company to take all reasonable steps to ensure that each applicant is assessed only in accordance on the basis of their qualifications, skills and abilities to perform the relevant duties without prejudice in regards to background, religion, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, disability or gender.