Engineering Workshop Foreman

Recruiter:

Phakisa Holdings

Job Ref:

JHB000638/AB

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Engineering Workshop Foreman

Location: JHB - Germiston

Permanent

POSITION INFO:

Job Purpose:To oversee and manage daily workshop operations, ensuring efficient production, high-quality output, and adherence to safety standards. The Foreman will lead a team of artisans and machinists while maintaining optimal performance of CNC and conventional machining processes.

Minimum Requirements:

Red Seal qualification in Fitting & Turning or Toolmaking
Strong experience in CNC machining, including Fanuc CNC programming
Proven supervisory or management experience in an engineering/workshop environment
Solid understanding of machining processes, tolerances, and quality control
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise and coordinate daily workshop activities and staff
Plan and allocate jobs to ensure deadlines and production targets are met
Program, set, and optimize CNC machines (Fanuc controls)
Ensure quality standards and specifications are consistently achieved
Monitor machine performance and coordinate maintenance requirements
Enforce health and safety compliance within the workshop
Train, mentor, and develop workshop staff and apprentices
Manage tooling, materials, and workflow efficiency

Key Skills & Competencies:

Strong leadership and team management ability
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
High attention to detail and quality focus
Good communication and organizational skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Guidance / Ideal Candidate Profile:

Hands-on leader who leads by example on the workshop floor
Technically strong with both CNC and conventional machining
Experience working in a high-production or precision engineering environment
Able to balance production targets with quality and safety requirements
Comfortable interacting with engineers, management, and shopfloor staff

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