Job Description

Workshop Foreman / Senior Welder

Full-Time | Bletchley, Milton Keynes

Hardlife (UK) Ltd are looking for an experienced and hands-on

Workshop Foreman

to lead our busy fabrication and hydraulics workshop. You will coordinate daily production, supporting and motivating the welders, and ensuring every job leaves us on time, built to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and manage daily workshop production schedules Coordinate with management, sales, technical, and procurement teams Supervise and support welders to maintain quality and efficiency Monitor stock levels and order materials and consumables Carry out welding and fabrication tasks as required Operate a forklift for material handling (license preferred) Ensure workshop safety, cleanliness, and quality standards are met Quality Control

Requirements

Proven welding and fabrication experience (MIG/TIG/stick) Sound knowledge of hydraulic systems Competent with a range of workshop machinery and tools Strong communicator and team coordinator Good understanding of Health & Safety policies and safe work practices Able to plan, prioritise, and deliver under pressure Previous leadership or supervisory experience Forklift licence, or willingness to obtain one A keen eye for detail

Desirable Experience

Heavy equipment fabrication, or similar industries A working understanding of Hydraulics systems Workshop or production management experience Quality control or inspection experience

What We Offer

Competitive pay based on experience Life and Critical Illness Cover Stable, long-term employment in a supportive environment Genuine opportunity to take full accountability for workshop performance 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), increasing with service Contributory pension scheme On-site parking

About Hardlife

Hardlife (UK) Ltd is part of the international Hardlife Group specialising Excavator attachments and other construction machinery since 2012. Based in Bletchley, Milton Keynes, the company has a reputation for delivering well-built, durable equipment on a rapid turnaround.

As our operations continue to grow, we're looking for a loyal, capable, and proactive Foreman/Senior Welder to take ownership of our workshop and help drive our production to the next level.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Life insurance On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Milton Keynes MK1 1LH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person