CNC Machinist

NOV; Inverurie; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing technical training

Advanced CNC machining technologies

Career development within a global org

Collaborative team focused on safety

Job summary

NOV is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to produce precision components from raw materials using CNC turning, milling and horizontal boring equipment. You will interpret engineering drawings, optimise processes, and contribute to continuous improvement while supporting production schedules and customer expectations.

Join NOV’s manufacturing team and collaborate with colleagues across production and quality to maintain a safe, organised, and productive workplace, committed to safety, quality and

Qualifications

• Reading engineering drawings and producing components to tight tolerances.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Commitment to safe working practices and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC turning, milling, and horizontal boring machines safely and efficiently.
• Manufacture precision components from engineering drawings to specified tolerances.
• Plan and prioritise workload to meet production schedules and quality standards.
• Carry out in-process inspection and ensure components meet quality standards.
• Record production activity and work-in-progress data.
• Identify and report quality issues and support root cause investigations.

Skills

Reading drawings

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

Mazak

Doosan

Fanuc

CNC machining

Job description

Job Description

As a CNC Machinist, you will produce precision-machined components from raw material through to finished product using CNC turning, milling, and horizontal boring equipment. Your expertise will help ensure components are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards while supporting production schedules and customer expectations.

Job Description

As a CNC Machinist, you will produce precision-machined components from raw material through to finished product using CNC turning, milling, and horizontal boring equipment. Your expertise will help ensure components are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards while supporting production schedules and customer expectations.

Working as part of our manufacturing team, you'll use your technical knowledge to interpret engineering drawings, optimise machining processes, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational performance. You'll collaborate closely with colleagues across production and quality to maintain a safe, organised, and productive workplace.

About NOV

NOV delivers technology-driven equipment, systems, services, and software solutions supporting energy production and industrial operations worldwide. Our manufacturing teams play a vital role in delivering high-quality engineered products that improve safety, efficiency, reliability, and operational performance for customers around the world.

What We Offer

• Ongoing technical training and development opportunities
• Opportunity to work with advanced CNC machining technologies
• Career development within a global engineering and manufacturing organisation
• A collaborative team focused on safety, quality and continuous improvement

Diversity & Inclusion

At NOV, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity in all its forms and believe that different perspectives drive innovation and success. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC turning, milling and horizontal boring machines safely and efficiently.
• Manufacture precision components from engineering drawings to specified tolerances.
• Select appropriate tooling and machining methods to maximise efficiency without compromising quality or safety.
• Plan and prioritise workload to achieve production schedules.
• Carry out in-process inspection and ensure components meet quality standards.
• Accurately record production activity and work-in-progress information.
• Identify and report quality issues and support root cause investigations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that improve manufacturing efficiency and reduce costs.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards and actively support 5S principles.
• Comply with all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures while participating in daily production meetings and toolbox talks.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Time-served CNC Machinist with a completed engineering apprenticeship or equivalent vocational qualification.
• Experience producing precision-machined components using CNC turning, milling and/or horizontal boring machines within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Mazak, Doosan or Fanuc-controlled CNC machines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and manufacture components to tight tolerances.
• Strong understanding of machining processes, inspection techniques and quality standards.
• Good problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
• Commitment to safe working practices and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred

• Experience within the Oil & Gas, aerospace, or other precision engineering manufacturing environments.
• Offline CNC programming experience.
• Experience operating five-axis CNC machinery.