Supplying into defence, marine, rail, and power generation including international exports, this is a business with genuine heritage, continued investment in modern machinery, and a track record of developing skilled machinists into long-term careers.
This role exists due to sustained workload and growth across large-component machining.
You’ll be responsible for setting, programming, and operating large CNC vertical boring machines and turning equipment, producing high-value, large-scale components.
This is not production line work it’s one-off and short-run machining where accuracy, judgement, and experience matter. You’ll be working from raw material through to finished component, often on large and technically challenging parts.
Machines & Capability
* CNC Vertical Borers
* Turning diameters from 2.0m up to 6.8m
* Lathes & Equipment
* Alpha Colchester XT 1550
* Shibaura TUE-150S vertical boring / turning mills
* Lifting Capacity
* Handling components up to 70 tonnes
* Materials Machined
* Mild steel
* Duplex
* Inconel
* Aluminium
* Nickel alloys
What We’re Looking For
* Time-served machinist with a recognised apprenticeship
* Strong experience on vertical borers, large lathes, or CNC turning centres
* Ability to set and run one-off jobs independently from engineering drawings
* CNC programming capability (conversational or offline – Fanuc experience beneficial)
* Confident in manual measurement and inspection of large components
* Strong understanding of tolerances, finishes, and machining strategy
* A quality-first mindset, this work involves high-value, safety-critical components
What’s on Offer
* £21.19 per hour (inclusive of shift allowance and nights premium)
* Overtime paid at £26.96 per hour
* Health cash plan and life assurance
* Subsidised canteen
* Free on-site parking and cycle storage
* Cycle to work and tech scheme
* Pension scheme
* Long-service and recognition awards
* Structured competency framework with genuine progression opportunities
Salary description
£21.19 - £26.96 per hour