Careers at South Wales Alloys

About the Role

South Wales Alloys is a professional alloy wheel refurbishment workshop based in Newport, South Wales. We are recruiting an experienced and hands-on Workshop Manager to lead our workshop operations. This is a fantastic opportunity to take charge of a well-equipped facility, put your stamp on the processes, and build a team around you.

You will be responsible for managing the full wheel restoration process end-to-end, from customer intake through to final quality check and dispatch. You will be working with professional-grade equipment including Vixen wheel repair machinery, Aquablast systems, CNC diamond cutting lathes, and a full powder coating setup.

What You Will Be Doing

• Managing the day-to-day running of the workshop, including workflow planning, quality control, and customer communication
• Running the complete alloy wheel refurbishment process: chemical stripping, aquablasting, repair and preparation, powder coating application and curing, CNC diamond cutting, and final finishing
• Operating and maintaining specialist equipment including Vixen wheel repair machines, Aquablast cabinets, CNC lathes, and powder coating ovens
• Ensuring every wheel leaves the workshop to an exceptional standard
• Building and eventually supervising a small team of technicians as the business grows
• Managing stock, materials, and consumables
• Maintaining health and safety standards throughout the workshop

What We Need From You

This is a specialist role and we need someone who genuinely knows the trade. The ideal candidate will have:

ESSENTIAL

• Proven powder coating experience
• CNC diamond cut lathe operation
• Aquablasting / wet blasting experience
• Full wheel restoration process knowledge
• Quality-focused with high standards
• Ability to work independently

DESIRABLE

• Workshop management experience
• Team leadership / supervisory role
• Vixen machinery experience
• Customer-facing communication skills
• TIG welding for wheel repairs
• Full UK driving licence

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £32,000 – £40,000 depending on experience
• A well-equipped workshop with top-of-the-range equipment
• A Monday to Friday working pattern with no weekend work
• Real autonomy and the opportunity to shape the business
• Career progression as the business grows, including potential profit-sharing or bonus structures
• A supportive environment where your skills and expertise are valued

How to Apply

If you have the skills and experience we are looking for, we want to hear from you immediately. This is an urgent hire and we need someone who can start straight away.