Job Title: Fabrications Team Leader
Location: Alcester (B49) - relocating to Greet, Cheltenham in 2026
Salary: £40,000 per annum + Benefits
The Role: Permanent | Full-time | Mon-Thurs: 08:00-17:00, Fri: 08:00-14:00

We're working with a well-established engineering business that designs and builds bespoke automation systems. They are currently seeking an experienced Fabrications Team Leader to manage and lead a small, highly skilled team in their internal fabrication unit.

This is a permanent, full-time role offering an excellent opportunity to step into a leadership position within a forward-thinking and growing organisation. The business will relocate from Alcester to a new, modern facility near Cheltenham in early 2026. Applicants must be able to commute to both locations and have access to their own transport.

What's in it For You?

£40,000 salary
Private healthcare (post-probation) for you and your dependents
Bonus/award schemes for outstanding contributions
Company pension
21 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)
Uniform, PPE, and cycle-to-work scheme
Supportive working culture with genuine career progressionThe Role:

As the Fabrications Team Leader, you will oversee the production of precision metal components used in complex automation machinery. You'll manage the daily operations of the fabrication unit, ensuring high standards in safety, quality, and output. Strong hands-on experience with a brake press is essential, as you'll take the lead in its operation.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate and lead on brake press usage, ensuring safe and efficient output
Supervise a small team, promoting a collaborative and high-performance environment
Manage daily workflow, production scheduling, and delegation of tasks
Maintain a clean and safe workshop environment in line with 5S and H&S practices
Ensure machinery is properly maintained and faults are escalated quickly
Monitor quality standards and meet deadlines for fabricated parts
Collaborate with design and production teams to align on project requirements
Order materials and consumables in line with purchasing processes
Accurately track project progress and timesheets using internal systems
Address team issues proactively and escalate where necessary
Lead by example and continuously improve processes and practicesAbout You:

Strong background in a fabrication/machine shop environment
Confident operating a brake press - essential
Proven leadership experience - able to motivate and develop a team
IT proficient and comfortable with scheduling and reporting tools
Familiar with Lean/5S and committed to continuous improvement
Skilled in interpreting technical drawings and specifications
Reliable, hands-on, and solutions-focused
Able to commute to both current and future site locations - full UK driving licence requiredIf you're a driven fabrications professional looking to take the next step in your leadership career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion