Operations Manager - Engineering & Fabrication

Operations Manager - Engineering & Fabrication

Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Cobra Engineering, Part of March Group
 

We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join our growing engineering team at Cobra Engineering in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing workshop operations, co-ordinating teams, and ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and to a high standard. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced engineering environment, confidently managing multiple priorities while maintaining excellent communication across teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team, including three direct reports
• Oversee workshop operations, planning, and daily co-ordination
• Work closely with the Planning team to ensure effective scheduling
• Manage the preparation of fabrication and site packs
• Provide oversight and support to the Design team
• Ensure quality standards and compliance are consistently met
• Provide technical guidance to support operations
• Maintain continuity of Stores support for the workshop
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Monitor delivery schedules and ensure projects meet target deadlines
• Oversee site and premises upkeep
• Provide cover for the Planning Manager and Workshop Manager when required
• Ensure compliance with UKCA / CE marking and welding certifications

Skills, Experiences & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a busy engineering or fabrication environment
• Strong background in workshop management and team leadership
• Experience working with stainless and mild steel
• Fabrication experience essential; pipework knowledge desirable
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Full UK driving license

What we offer 

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Ongoing internal training and clear career development pathways
• A supportive employer committed to employee Wellbeing
• Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing business
• Access to employee discount schemes

About Us

We are MARCH®. The leading provider of critical engineering services. Supporting the industries we all rely on to improve their infrastructure, process, and digital environments. We work together with our customers to maintain business continuity, optimise output, and drive new standards in productivity, reliability, and sustainability. We help deliver operational resilience, increased performance, and better environmental outcomes, across the board.

Why March?

Progress is People.

MARCH has ambitious plans and central to our future growth is attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent. Whether your role is onsite or office-based, engineering or support, we offer opportunities for all our people to develop their careers and maximise their potential. MARCH is committed to building teams that reflect a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe diverse thinking strengthens engineering, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let the team know.