Working Foreman

An established Australian steel furniture manufacturer in Altona North is seeking an experienced Working Foreman to join our team.

• Lead by example , take responsibility for the day-to-day running of our workshop
• Attractive working hours with an early finish on Fridays.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, hands-on tradesperson to step into a key leadership role and take over from our long-serving Foreman, who is retiring.

About the role

You will coordinate the day-to-day running of the workshop while remaining actively involved in steel fabrication, assembly and manufacturing.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating daily workshop activities and allocating jobs.
• Managing workflow, priorities and production schedules.
• Reading CAD drawings and job cards.
• Ensuring quality, specifications and tolerances are met.
• Supporting and guiding workshop employees.
• Monitoring materials, equipment and production requirements.
• Promoting a safe and productive workplace.
• Communicating production requirements to management.
• Learning to operate our laser tube cutting machine.

No previous laser tube cutting experience is required — full training will be provided.

About you

You will ideally have experience in steel fabrication, manufacturing or a related trade, along with:

• The ability to read and interpret CAD drawings and job cards.
• Strong fabrication and workshop knowledge.
• Previous Leading Hand or Foreman experience, or the confidence to step into leadership.
• A hands-on, mechanically minded approach.
• Pride in quality workmanship and attention to detail.
• Good communication, organisation and computer skills.
• A reliable attitude and commitment to workplace safety.

What we offer

• Stable, long-term employment with a 57-year-established Australian manufacturer.
• A key leadership role within an experienced team.
• Training on specialised laser tube cutting equipment.
• The opportunity to make the role your own.
• 38-hour standard working week.
• Early finish every Friday.
• Overtime opportunities.

Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:30am–4:00pm; Friday, 7:30am–1:30pm.
Expected overtime is a minimum of five hours per week, with additional overtime available when required.

Remuneration will be based on experience and suitability.

Apply now

If you are a dependable, hands-on tradesperson ready to lead by example and contribute to a successful manufacturing business, we would like to hear from you.

Please apply via SEEK with a short cover letter and your up to date resume outlining your experience and suitability for the role.