CNC Machinist

Matchtech; Fareham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking experienced CNC and Manual Machinists for multiple contract roles. Positions require proven machining experience, ability to interpret engineering drawings, and competence in using precision measuring tools. Join a supportive engineering team with competitive pay rates and different shift options available. If you have the relevant experience and want to advance your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Proven machining experience in relevant roles.
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings.
• Competence in SPC recording and precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes, mills, grinders, or sliding head machines.
• Work from engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Maintain safe working practices and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

CNC operation

Manual machining

Engineering drawings interpretation

SPC recording

Use of precision measuring tools

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience

Tools

CNC lathes

Mori Seiki NH5000

Hardinge Conquest

Citizen Sliding Head

Fastems

Job description

CNC & Manual Machinists - Multiple Roles (PAYE Contract)

Location: Titchfield, near Fareham, Hampshire

Contract Type: PAYE (until end of December 2026!)

About the Roles

We are expanding our team and have multiple contract vacancies for experienced machinists at our well‑equipped manufacturing facility in Titchfield, Hampshire. Roles are available across CNC and manual machining, offering a supportive and busy engineering environment.

Roles now extended until December 2026.

Shift Pattern

Training: Day shifts initially

After Training: Early or late shifts

Shift Details & Rates

Shift Hours: First 12 Weeks & After 12 Weeks

• Day (training): 7:30 am – 4:15 pm Mon‑Thu, 7:30 am – 11:30 am Fri – £18.09 (£20.72 inc. holiday) first 12 weeks; £18.64 (£21.35 inc. holiday) after 12 weeks
• Early: 6:00 am – 2:00 pm Mon‑Thu, 6:00 am – 1:30 pm Fri – £19.90 (£22.79 inc. holiday) first 12 weeks; £20.50 (£23.48 inc. holiday) after 12 weeks
• Late: 2:00 pm – 11:45 pm Mon‑Thu – £21.70 (£24.86 inc. holiday) first 12 weeks; £22.36 (£25.61 inc. holiday) after 12 weeks
• Overtime: As required – £27.13 (£31.07 inc. holiday) first 12 weeks; £27.95 (£32.02 inc. holiday) after 12 weeks
• Sundays: As required – £36.17 (£41.43 inc. holiday) first 12 weeks; £37.27 (£42.69 inc. holiday) after 12 weeks

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes, mills, grinders, or sliding head machines
• Work from engineering drawings and work instructions
• Record and interpret SPC data
• Use precision measuring tools (verniers, micrometers, plug gauges)
• Perform manual machining, toolmaking, and deburring tasks
• Maintain safe working practices and support continuous improvement initiatives

Experience Required

• Proven machining experience in relevant roles
• CNC machinists: experience on machines such as Mori Seiki NH5000, Hardinge Conquest, Citizen Sliding Head, etc.
• Fastems experience preferred for CNC Machining Centre roles
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings
• Competence in SPC recording and precision measuring tools
• Apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience
• Aerospace, defence, or regulated industry experience desirable
• Right to work in the UK and eligible for ITAR‑controlled work

If you have CNC or manual machining experience and want to join a busy, supportive engineering team, we'd love to hear from you.