Workshop Supervisor

Hull, Yorkshire
Knight Temple Recruitment

Based near Hull our provide bespoke solutions in pipework fabrication, installation and commissioning, structural steel fabrication, skid unit assembly, open tank fabrication, pressure vessel manufacture and engineering design to the Oil & Gas and refrigeration industries.

The Role

The workshop Supervisor is responsible for driving productivity and maintaining exacting standards of workmanship and safety within the workshop. This role holder will set clear standards and expectations to the team to ensure consistently in delivering work in line with the project programme and company quality standards.

Background & qualifications

• Strong background in pipework and/or welding
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and apply them to site layouts.
• Proven leadership skills – able to motivate teams and maintain productivity.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• An initiative-taking approach – you look ahead, plan, and make things happen.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the in-house team to ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to specification.
• Monitor and manage team performance, setting clear expectations on pace, quality, and output. Address underperformance promptly and fairly.
• Interpret P&IDs and site layout drawings, ensuring installation aligns accurately with both the design and physical site layout.
• Consult confidently with the contracts manager maintaining a professional relationship and ensuring any issues are highlighted and resolved within a timely manner.
• Identify and remove obstacles to progress – whether materials, coordination, or access – resolving directly or escalating quickly.
• Report progress daily or as required, providing honest, factual updates on productivity, issues, and resource requirements.

For an initial discussion and to find out more about this opportunity please contact us today

Please note.

It is Knight Temple Recruitment’s policy, that we to respond to all applications within three working days. If your application is not taken forward by us your details will not be retained unless you specifically request us to do so.

Knight Temple Recruitment is a Recruitment Agency and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.