Multi-Site Fabrications & Welding Manager — Lead UK Ops

Panda Utilities Limited; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resource recovery business in the UK is seeking a Fabrications and Welding Manager to lead operations across multiple sites. The role requires hands-on leadership in welding and fabrication processes, ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality benchmarks. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a similar management role and a scheduled start in January 2026. This position offers a competitive salary, company car allowance, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Company car or allowance

Performance-related bonus

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in senior fabrication/welding management.
• Strong technical understanding of carbon steel fabrication and MIG welding.
• Experience leading teams and coordinating workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all fabrication and welding activities.
• Ensure compliance with quality benchmarks and manage on-site risk assessments.
• Drive continuous improvement and engage with key stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership in fabrication and welding

Project management

Stakeholder management

Technical understanding of carbon steel fabrication

Compliance with welding standards

Risk assessment and safety compliance

Education

Recognised vocational qualification in welding or fabrication (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds)

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

A leading resource recovery business in the UK is seeking a Fabrications and Welding Manager to lead operations across multiple sites. The role requires hands-on leadership in welding and fabrication processes, ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality benchmarks. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a similar management role and a scheduled start in January 2026. This position offers a competitive salary, company car allowance, and opportunities for career development.