Workshop/ Fabrication Supervisor at WTS Energy

Duties and Responsibilities

• The duty is to make sure workshop is running smoothly and to keep everyone safe. He or she also makes sure that all materials are available and that all participants are following the safety guidelines.
• When possible, the workshop manager tries to get participants to share their ideas and work together as a team.
• Responsible for ensuring that all aspects of the workshop run smoothly and on time. This includes setting up and breaking down the workshop space, managing participants, and providing instruction and support. In addition, to be responsible for maintaining order and enforcing the rules of the workshop.
• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of a workshop. This includes handling any financial matters, and keeping a record of the workshop's proceedings.
• Responsible for planning, organizing, and conducting workshops. To manage and motivate participants, keep track of materials and equipment, and keep participants informed of the progress of the workshop.
• The duty is to make sure workshop is running smoothly and to keep everyone safe.
• He or she also makes sure that all materials are available and that all participants are following the safety guidelines. When possible, the workshop manager tries to get participants to share their ideas and work together as a team.

Manpower Planning –

• To ensure that suitable skilled, proficient and technically sound workforce are adequately employed to engage in the wide the range of professions needed for all fabrication projects.
• To retain competent workforce and ensure human capital development through continuous training and exposition to emerging trends and technology in the fabrication industry.
• Participating in any necessary training or certification programs to keep up with changes in technology within the industry will need to stay up-to-date on these developments to keep their skills relevant and maintain a competitive advantage in the workplace.
• Needs to stay up-to-date on industry and technology developments to keep their skills relevant and maintain a competitive advantage in the workplace.
• To always be on the lookout for more technical skills that ensures better fabrication and higher yields and be able to manage and oversee projects that require a high level of technical expertise.

Machinery and Equipment Planning –

• To ensure that the fabrication workshop is furnished and fitted with the necessary tools, equipment and machinery and all other resources like raw materials, needed to achieve the fabrication projects.
• To thereby ensure that these tools, equipment, machinery and assets are appropriately used, maintained and repaired promptly in order to always keep them in the state of operational readiness.

Synergy -

• To interface with all other disciplines, stakeholders and interested parties to achieve the objectives of the fabrication projects and ensure excellent service delivery for customer satisfaction.
• Work with clients and sales staff to determine project scope and specifications
• Handle customer complaints and concerns in a professional manner
• To be successful it is important to be able to understand and communicate with engineers and other professionals who have a background in technology.
• More Collaboration Between Engineering and Operations - The collaboration between engineering and operations teams is essential; because both teams play a critical role in the success of a business. And enables the creation of a more efficient and productive workplace for everyone involved.

Operations Management - 

• To ensure the routine administration and management of all resources invested in the fabrication workshop and be fully accountable for the profitability of all fabrication projects.
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Train and supervise employees, including setting work schedules and assigning tasks
• Inspect completed products and resolve any issues
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Keep abreast of new developments in fabrication techniques and technology
• Stay within budget constraints
• Meet deadlines

Production Planning –

• To estimate cost of labor and materials needed for each project, then submitting this information to upper management for approval
• Overseeing work schedules and deadlines to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget and the finished project to customer delight and satisfaction.
• Reviewing blueprints and other design documents to ensure that they are adequate for fabricating the product
• Coordinating with vendors to ensure that they have the materials needed for their portion of the project
• Creating designs for new products or processes that require fabrication
• Maintaining communication with clients during each phase of the project to ensure that they are satisfied with the progress

Health & Safety

• Experience with OSHA safety as well as employee safety.
• Operate facility in compliance with OSHA and Sapa standards.
• Display all workshop risk assessments and method statements and ensure they are being adhered to by all workforce.
• Notify management of any potential noncompliance and assist in carrying out any disciplinary measures.
• Ensure all operatives are using the correct PPE in general and work specific tasks.
• Carry out regular depot safety inspections, and weekly safety inspections of the workshop equipment in accordance with company procedures.

Job Requirements:

• Educational background in Engineering.
• Not less than 7years cognate experience in startups fabrication factory.
• Strong technical capacity in the fabrication’s analytical proficiency in metal fabrications design, interpret engineering drawings, processing, and installation – cutting, fitting, welding, grinding, coating.