• Permanent role
• Durham location
• £20 per hour (£38,480 per annum) – includes shift allowance
• 37 hours per week
• 2 shift rotation
o Day Shift - Mon to Thu 06:00-14:00 Fri 06:00-13:30
o Back Shift - Mon to Wed 13:45-23:45 Thu 13:45-22:45
o (During probabtion - Mon to Thu 07:30-16:00 Fri 07:00-12:30)
• Overtime Rate Applicable
• Pension with company contribution
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Death In Service Scheme
• Income Protection Scheme
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Travel allowance based on miles to work
• Onsite parking
THE BUSINESS
Based in Consett, our client is a well-established and forward-thinking engineering business specialising in the reverse engineering and refurbishment of rotating equipment. Supporting a wide range of industrial sectors, they provide expert servicing, repair, and overhaul solutions across all types of pumps.
With a strong reputation for technical excellence and reliability, the company is currently experiencing sustained growth and is at an exciting stage in its development. This is a great opportunity to join a skilled and supportive team where your expertise will be valued; and opportunities for progression are actively encouraged.
THE ROLE
• Manufacture precision components from engineering drawings using a range of manual lathes
• Work to fine tolerances (up to 0.02mm) ensuring accuracy and consistency
• Produce high-quality parts within agreed timeframes to meet production schedules
• Adhere to all safety and quality procedures, contributing to ongoing process improvements
• Ensure all work is completed in line with company procedures and British Standards
• Support internal teams in identifying and resolving technical or production issues
• Operate within a varied machine shop environment handling a wide range of components
• Collaborate with a small team to maintain efficiency and high standards across the workshop
THE PERSON
• Time-served machinist with experience in manual turning
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings accurately
• Confident working with both metric and imperial measurements
• Experience working to tight tolerances with strong attention to detail
• Additional machining skills (milling, boring, grinding, slotting) are advantageous but not essential
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards of work
• Team player with a flexible and proactive approach
TO APPLY
Please send your updated CV to Harry Mann or apply direct by calling Westray Recruitment Group
Salary description
£38480.00 - £38480.00 per year