Workshop Foreman – Architectural Steel Fabrication (Stairs & Balustrades)
JS Balustrading is an architectural metalwork business in Loftus that handles every job from start to finish: site measure, 3D design, fabrication and installation. We build custom feature staircases (mono stringer, double stringer, cantilever and spiral), steel, stainless, brass and glass balustrades, timber and metal handrails, and pool fencing for builders, architects and homeowners across Sydney.
Our work is premium and on show, so quality matters. We're growing and putting strong systems in place, and we're looking for an experienced Workshop Foreman to lead our fabrication team.
The Role
Reporting to management, you'll run the workshop floor and turn approved designs into accurate, high-quality components ready for finishing and installation.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and supervise the fabrication team, setting daily priorities against the job schedule
Review released shop drawings before fabrication starts, checking revision, dimensions, materials, weld details, quantities and assembly sequence
Raise drawing issues with the design team before work proceeds
Confirm materials are on hand and flag shortfalls to purchasing
Fabricate and assemble stairs, balustrades and handrails in mild steel, stainless steel and brass
Carry out quality checks throughout fabrication, covering materials, assembly, dimensions, welding, grinding and final inspection before finishing
Prepare and inspect components before dispatch for blasting, priming, powder coating or polishing
Work closely with the installation team so jobs arrive on site complete and correct
Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop and make sure safe work practices are followed
Train and mentor fabricators and apprentices
Provide daily progress photos and job updates
About You
Trade qualified boilermaker or metal fabricator (Cert III Engineering – Fabrication or equivalent)
Strong MIG and TIG welding skills, including stainless steel, with a high standard of grinding and finishing
Confident reading shop drawings and working to tight tolerances
Previous leading hand or foreman experience in a fabrication workshop
Experience in architectural metalwork, stairs or balustrades highly regarded
Well organised, reliable and a clear communicator
Familiarity with SolidWorks/eDrawings or Fergus job management software is a bonus
Current NSW driver's licence and White Card
Forklift licence preferred
What We Offer
$45–$55 per hour plus super, depending on experience
Monday to Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm, with overtime available
Varied, interesting custom projects rather than repetitive production work
A supportive business that is investing in clear processes and quality standards
Room to grow with the business
Workshop Foreman – Architectural Steel Fabrication (Stairs & Balustrades) in Sydney employer: JS Balustrading
JS Balustrading PTY LTD is an excellent employer located in Kirrawee, NSW, offering a supportive and rewarding workplace for skilled Fabricators. With competitive wages, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a collaborative team environment, employees are valued and encouraged to grow. The company prioritises health and safety while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, making it an attractive place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the trades and services sector.
