CNC Machinist

NOV; Montrose; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowances

Overtime opportunities

Ongoing learning

Job summary

NOV in Montrose, Scotland, is expanding its CNC and weld cladding capability to repair critical well control components. The role focuses on precision machining from setup to inspection, with opportunities to apply manual skills and contribute to continuous improvement.

Working in a small, experienced team, you will operate CNC centres, interpret drawings, select tooling, and ensure quality workmanship with safe, efficient processes. A rotating early/back shift pattern follows onboarding.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating CNC machining centres in a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and machine components to tight tolerances.
• Recent machining experience using CNC and/or manual machining equipment.
• Good understanding of machining processes, tooling and precision measurement techniques.
• Experience using measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers and gauges.
• Mechanical Engineering, Machining or related qualification, or equivalent practical machining experience.
• Willingness to work a rotating early and back shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and maintain CNC machining centres to repair, modify and restore critical well control components.
• Program, edit and optimise CNC programs where applicable to achieve safe, accurate and efficient machining operations.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and work instructions to manufacture components to tight tolerances.
• Inspect incoming components, assess repair requirements and verify finished dimensions using precision measuring equipment.
• Select appropriate tooling, machining methods and cutting parameters to maximise machining quality and efficiency.
• Produce high-quality repair work that meets NOV and customer quality standards.
• Maintain accurate production, inspection and quality documentation throughout the repair process.
• Work closely with supervisors and workshop personnel to prioritise work, minimise downtime and improve workshop performance.
• Ensure machinery, tooling and measuring equipment are maintained and used safely.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.

Skills

CNC machining

Engineering drawings

Precision measuring

Quality & safety

Shift work

Education

Mechanical Engineering / Machining qualification

Tools

Fanuc controls

Mazak controls

Siemens controls

Job description

Job DescriptionFollowing a significant investment in our CNC and Weld Cladding facility, NOV is expanding its machining capability to bring more specialist repair work in-house. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex repair and reconditioning projects for high-pressure valves, bonnets, doors and other critical well control components, supporting faster turnaround times, improved quality and greater operational efficiency.

Following a significant investment in our CNC and Weld Cladding facility, NOV is expanding its machining capability to bring more specialist repair work in-house. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex repair and reconditioning projects for high-pressure valves, bonnets, doors and other critical well control components, supporting faster turnaround times, improved quality and greater operational efficiency.

Working as part of a small, experienced machining team, you will take ownership of precision machining activities from setup through to finished component inspection. The role is primarily CNC focused, with opportunities to apply manual machining skills where required and contribute to continuous improvement within a growing workshop.

The position operates on a rotating early and back shift pattern following an initial training and onboarding period.

Why Join NOV?

At NOV, you'll be part of a growing machining operation supported by significant investment in advanced CNC and weld cladding technology. Working alongside experienced machinists, you'll contribute to the repair and restoration of critical well control equipment while developing your technical skills in a collaborative workshop environment. With opportunities to work on complex precision machining projects, shift allowances, overtime, and ongoing learning, this is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding long‑term career.

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 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

• Set up, operate and maintain CNC machining centres to repair, modify and restore critical well control components.
• Program, edit and optimise CNC programs where applicable to achieve safe, accurate and efficient machining operations.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and work instructions to manufacture components to tight tolerances.
• Inspect incoming components, assess repair requirements and verify finished dimensions using precision measuring equipment.
• Select appropriate tooling, machining methods and cutting parameters to maximise machining quality and efficiency.
• Produce high-quality repair work that meets NOV and customer quality standards.
• Maintain accurate production, inspection and quality documentation throughout the repair process.
• Work closely with supervisors and workshop personnel to prioritise work, minimise downtime and improve workshop performance.
• Ensure machinery, tooling and measuring equipment are maintained and used safely.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.

Essential

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience operating CNC machining centres within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings and machine components to tight tolerances.
• Recent machining experience using CNC and/or manual machining equipment.
• Good understanding of machining processes, tooling and precision measurement techniques.
• Experience using measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers and gauges.
• Mechanical Engineering, Machining or related qualification, or equivalent practical machining experience.
• Commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement.
• Willingness to work a rotating early and back shift pattern.

Preferred

• Time-served apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering or Machining.
• Experience programming CNC machines using Fanuc, Mazak or Siemens controls.
• Experience repairing and reconditioning components rather than high-volume production machining.
• Experience operating horizontal boring machines or similar large CNC equipment.
• Manual machining experience.
• Experience within oil & gas, energy or other heavy engineering environments.