Engineering Workshop Foreman at Phakisa Group

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