Summary: Lead a high-energy production team as a hands-on Workshop Manager, driving workflow, inspiring operators, and ensuring smooth operations in a busy fabrication environment. Highlights: 1. Lead and inspire a team of operators in a busy fabrication environment 2. Drive quality, safety, and results between workshop and production 3. Long-term growth in a high-performing, people-focused company * Lead a powerhouse crew of 15 + in a next-level steel workshop * Earn $35-$45 p/h + health insurance (relocation support if needed) * Be the heartbeat between workshop & production—drive quality, safety & results! Trade Assist is proud to partner with one of New Zealand's leading steel manufacturing companies — a team known for precision, performance, and pride. We're on the hunt for a confident, hands-on Workshop Manager to lead a high-energy production team in Ashburton. You'll be the vital link between the workshop floor and the production office — driving workflow, motivating your team, and ensuring operations run smoothly. If you love structure, energy, and people, this role's got your name on it. What you'll be doing - Lead and inspire a team of 15 + operators in a busy fabrication environment - Plan production schedules, coordinate deliveries, and meet lead-times - Manage maintenance scheduling without disrupting production - Maintain a tidy, organised, and efficient workshop - Champion health & safety and the company's positive, can-do culture - Communicate clearly across teams to ensure targets and quality are achieved What you'll bring - Proven experience managing a workshop or manufacturing crew - Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills - Mechanical/fabrication background and technical drawing literacy - desired - Ability to plan ahead and make quick, practical decisions under pressure - Positive attitude — proud to represent the company's culture and values Why you'll love it here - $35-$45 p/h (based on experience) - Comprehensive health-insurance package - Long-term growth in a high-performing, people-focused company - State-of-the-art facility with world-class machinery and systems If you're a natural leader who thrives on teamwork, structure, and results — this is your moment. Apply today and build something you'll be proud of.
Trademe · HR
Trademe · HR
