Centre Lathe Turner

Hydraquip Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime & uncapped commission

Company van, PPE & uniform provided

On-call retainer with paid call-outs

Company pension

Wellbeing support & benefits platform

Paid volunteering day

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Cycle to Work scheme

Full training and ongoing development

Job summary

Hydraquip Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled machinist to operate manual centre lathes and milling machines, producing and repairing hydraulic components to exact specifications. You will set up equipment, prepare materials, and ensure high quality while meeting deadlines.

The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and independence in a busy workshop. Competitive pay with overtime and a supportive benefits package are included.

Qualifications

• Experience operating manual centre lathes and milling machines.
• General machine shop experience in engineering/manufacturing.
• Ability to work accurately to tight tolerances.
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Reliable, self-motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual centre lathes and milling machines to manufacture and repair hydraulic components.
• Set up machinery and prepare materials for machining operations.
• Produce high-quality components to customer specifications and samples.
• Inspect finished components to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Carry out routine machine maintenance and general workshop duties.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
• Work efficiently to meet customer deadlines while upholding Hydraquip's high standards of service and workmanship.

Skills

Centre lathe operation

Milling machine operation

Machine shop experience

Attention to detail

Independence

Job description

Why join Hydraquip?

• Competitive salary plus overtime & uncapped commission
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days each year
• Company van, PPE & uniform provided
• On‑call retainer with paid call‑outs
• Company pension, wellbeing support & access to a wide‑ranging employee benefits & rewards platform, including a paid volunteering day, Refer‑a‑Friend bonus and Cycle to Work scheme
• Full training and ongoing development provided

Role and Responsibilities:

• Operate manual centre lathes and milling machines to manufacture and repair hydraulic components.
• Set up machinery and prepare materials for machining operations.
• Produce high-quality components to customer specifications and samples.
• Work accurately to tight tolerances while maintaining attention to detail.
• Cut and prepare raw materials using workshop equipment.
• Inspect finished components to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Carry out routine machine maintenance and general workshop duties.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
• Work efficiently to meet customer deadlines while upholding Hydraquip's high standards of service and workmanship.

What we’re looking for

Essential experience

• Experience operating manual centre lathes and milling machines.
• General machine shop experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work accurately to tight tolerances.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently.

Desirable experience

• Experience working with hydraulic cylinders, rods, and tubes.
• Experience repairing or manufacturing hydraulic components.
• Knowledge of hydraulic engineering or fluid power systems.
• Experience reproducing components from customer samples.
• Familiarity with machine maintenance and workshop best practices.