Fabrication & Welding Supervisor

Fabrication & Welding Supervisor

Location: Coventry
Salary: Up to £50,000 basic DOE (£20–£24 per hour) + 

Regular overtime on offer @ time & half Mon-Sat & double time Sunday (4 hours overtime Saturday to be worked to qualify for double time Sunday) 

About the Company

WEC Group is one of the UK’s leading, multi-award-winning engineering and metal fabrication specialists. Known for innovation, quality, and excellent career development opportunities, we continue to expand our Fabrication Division and are now seeking an experienced Fabrication & Welding Supervisor to join our high-performing team in Coventry.

This is a superb opportunity for a motivated Welding Supervisor / FabricationSupervisor looking to develop their career within a fast-paced, growing engineering organisation.

The Role

As the Fabrication & Welding Supervisor, you will oversee a team of around 30 welders and fabricators, ensuring productivity, quality standards, and safety compliance across the workshop. You will drive operational performance, support continuous improvement, and maintain a high standard of workmanship throughout the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of approx. 30 welders/fabricators to meet production targets and deadlines

• Maximise workflow efficiency and ensure high levels of productivity

• Maintain and improve quality standards across all welding and fabrication activities

• Ensure all staff are trained and competent to required standards

• Work independently, using initiative to solve problems and improve processes

• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities

• Uphold and promote company and client standards, guidelines, and best practices

• Produce performance reports, KPIs, and documentation when required

• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety requirements and safe working procedures

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Welding Supervisor, Fabrication Supervisor, or Engineering Team Leader within a manufacturing or engineering environment

• Strong hands-on experience in welding and fabrication (MIG, TIG, MMA)

• Ability to read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings and welding symbols

• Experience in either high-volume fabrication or custom/precision fabrication environments

• Solid understanding of HSE regulations and safe working practices in welding and fabrication

• Formal welding qualifications (coded welder status or equivalent)

• Time-served apprenticeship / NVQ / City & Guilds in Welding or Fabrication

Highly Attractive Benefits Package including:

• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays: 
• Career progression Rapidly expanding business offering genuine career progression opportunities.
• Training and qualifications funding to support your career development.
• Yearly Profit Share Scheme for all employees.
• Pension Scheme.
• Employee Benefit Loans: Access low-interest financial support to help with unexpected personal expenses when you need it most.
• Refer a Friend Bonus: Recommend talented friends or family and receive £250 after they complete 3 months and an additional £750 after 12 months of service.
• Death in Service Benefit: Peace of mind for you and your loved ones, providing financial support in the event of your passing.
• Discounted Attractions: Enjoy reduced entry to a wide variety of leisure attractions and entertainment venues.

Apply now for an immediate interview