Engineering - Engineering Management Gauteng FULL TIME Job Summary 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 Phakisa Holdings Recruiter