CNC Machinist

Vallourec; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Vallourec in Dubai seeks a Senior CNC Machinist to operate and set up CNC/machine tools with high precision. You will read drawings, verify tool paths and lead troubleshooting to minimize downtime. The role includes mentoring junior machinists, maintaining 5S, and ensuring safety and quality in all work.

Applicants should have at least five years in CNC machining, experience with Mazak or Mori Seiki, and a technical certificate/diploma in mechanical engineering. UAE-based talent preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on CNC machining experience across various machine types.
• Must meet internal qualification standards for Machinist CNC 1 and CNC 2.
• Technical certificate or diploma as listed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual and CNC machines with accuracy.
• Read and verify engineering drawings and tool paths.
• Lead troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Maintain 5S and inspect first articles as required.
• Train and support junior machinists and shift team.

Skills

CNC machine setup and operation

CNC program interpretation

Tool offset management

Premium Threading technology

Threading technology (API/BTC/EUE)

Precision measurement instruments

Material handling (chrome materials)

Attention to detail

Autonomy and discipline

Problem-solving ability

Safety and quality ownership

Willingness to train others

Education

Technical certificate or Diploma in Mechanical, Precision Engineering, Tool & Die

Tools

Mazak

Mori Seiki

Job description

Global presentation

Vallourec provides benchmark tubular solutions for the energy sector and for some of the most demanding industrial applications. Its offer ranges from oil and gas wells in extreme conditions to high-performance mechanical equipment, as well as solutions for the hydrogen, CCUS (Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage), geothermal and solar energy markets. Vallourec’s pioneering spirit and cutting-edge R&D open new technological frontiers. With 15,000 dedicated and passionate employees in more than 20 countries, Vallourec works hand-in-hand with its customers to offer more than just tubes: Vallourec delivers innovative, safe, competitive and smart tubular solutions, to make every project possible. Listed on Euronext in Paris Vallourec is part of the CAC Mid 60, SBF 120 and Next 150 indices and is eligible for Deferred Settlement Service. To implement and coordinate a comprehensive Employee Health, Safety and Environmental System for the employees of Vallourec

Senior CNC Machinist

is expected to demonstrate proven technical competence, consistent performance, and the ability to support junior machinists and daily shopfloor coordination when needed.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safety & Quality

• Strict compliance with local regulations and HOST policies, to be considered as minimum requirement.
• Maintain a strong safety mindset, strictly follow all HSE procedures, and work to ensure that all injuries are preventable.
• Demonstrate safe handling of tooling, raw materials, lifting equipment, and machine controls.
• Promote, report and act on all events near-miss, unsafe acts/unsafe conditions and any actual injuries that may occur.
• Ensure product quality by following approved standards, work instructions, and in-process inspection requirements.
• Stop work and escalate immediately if any unsafe condition or quality risk is identified.

Machine Operations

• Demonstrated ability to independently set up and operate all types of manual and CNC machines (e.g., Mazak, Mori Seiki).
• Proven ability to read, interpret, and verify CNC programs; perform required mathematical calculations for tool paths, offsets, and cutting angles.
• Proficient in adjusting CNC programs for basic process like blanking (based on actual material dimension)
• Confirmed proficiency in setting up complex parts and handling various materials, including carbon steel and chrome materials.
• Ability to select the correct tools, inserts, and fixtures for each job and ensure safe and effective utilisation.
• Ability to achieve the required threading quality and handle first article inspection across all products and material grades.
• Lead troubleshooting of technical machining issues to minimize downtime.

Technical Interpretation

• Proven competence in reading and interpreting engineering drawings (dimensions, tolerances, surface finish, notes).
• Ability to use all gauges and measurement instruments correctly (micrometers, calipers, thread gauges, dial indicators, etc.).

Performance & Productivity

• Consistent achievement of daily and weekly production targets.
• Perform and document First Article Inspection (FAI) as required.
• Maintain strong 5S discipline at the workstation and perform routine machine/tooling maintenance.

Team Support & Coordination

• Act as a “buddy” for newly joined machinists: train, guide, and share best practices.
• Support the Cell Leader in daily work allocation during absences or when delegated.
• Perform other reasonable tasks as assigned by the supervisor/manager.

SKILLS

Technical Skills

• CNC machine setup and operation
• CNC program interpretation and tool offset management
• Premium Threading technology (VAM TOP® / VAM TOP® HC / VAM TOP® HT / NEW VAM / VAM® 21 / VAM® FJL)
• Threading technology (API / BTC / EUE)
• Precision measurement instruments
• Material handling (including chrome materials)

Behavioural Skills

• Attention to detail
• Autonomy, discipline and consistency
• Problem-solving ability
• Safety and quality ownership
• Willingness to train and support others

EDUCATION, LANGUAGE & EXPERIENCE

• Technical certificate or Diploma in Mechanical, Precision Engineering, Tool & Die, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in CNC machining and metal removal operations across various machine types.
• Required to meet internal qualification standards for Machinist CNC 1 and CNC 2.