CNC Machinist

Stellar Recruitment AU and NZ; Canterbury-Bankstown; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellar Recruitment AU and NZ – Canterbury NSW is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist who thrives on programming, setup and producing high-precision, low-volume components in a modern manufacturing environment. You will work on low-quantity, high-value projects requiring strict tolerances, with a focus on quality, safety and continuous improvement in a stable, full-time role. Join a growing NZ-based business with a strong local presence and a commitment to precision engineering.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Machinist.
• Strong CNC programming and setup capability.
• Experience working to tight tolerances and high-quality standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Reliable, motivated, and quality-focused.

Responsibilities

• CNC programming, setup, and operation.
• Producing high-precision components to tight tolerances.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Selecting tooling and machining strategies for various jobs.
• Performing quality checks using precision measuring equipment.
• Identifying and resolving machining issues.
• Contributing to continuous improvement within the workshop.
• Maintaining a strong focus on quality, safety, and efficiency.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC setup

CNC operation

Reading engineering drawings

Quality inspection

Process improvement

Safety awareness

Tools

CNC machines

Job description

Stellar Recruitment AU and NZ – Canterbury NSW

Full time

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist who enjoys programming, working to tight tolerances, and producing high-precision, low-volume work.

What's in it for You?

• Earn $40+ per hour depending on experience
• Full-time hours with a consistent workload
• Work on high-value, precision-engineered components
• Modern manufacturing environment with advanced machinery
• Join a growing and well-established New Zealand business

About the Role

You’ll be responsible for programming, setting, and operating CNC machinery to produce precision components to exact specifications. This is not a production-line machining role. You’ll be working on low-quantity, high-value projects where accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving are critical.

Key Responsibilities

• CNC programming, setup, and operation
• Producing high-precision components to tight tolerances
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Selecting tooling and machining strategies for various jobs
• Performing quality checks using precision measuring equipment
• Identifying and resolving machining issues
• Contributing to continuous improvement within the workshop
• Maintaining a strong focus on quality, safety, and efficiency

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a CNC Machinist
• Strong CNC programming and setup capability
• Experience working to tight tolerances and high-quality standards
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Reliable, motivated, and quality-focused approach

Must have valid NZ working rights