CNC MACHINIST - LARGE COMPONENTS

Probe Technical Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist for a world-class engineering manufacturer in Nottingham. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in precision machining, including programming and operating CNC machines, and will work with high-quality components. Applicants must have UK residency and a strong attention to detail. This role offers competitive hours and benefits including extensive holiday and sick pay.

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in precision machining of large components.
• Proven experience working to high precision tolerances.
• Exposure to industries such as Nuclear, Power Generation, Aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Machining high integrity parts in various materials.
• Programming, setting, and operating machines.
• Ensuring parts are machined correctly the first time.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Precision machining

Experience with control systems

Ability to work in a team

Education

Apprenticeship trained, NVQ level 3 or higher

Tools

Fanuc

Siemens

Heidenhain

Mazatrol

Job description

Job Title: CNC Machinist - Large Components, Nottingham

Client:

Probe Technical Recruitment

Location:

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

28a4745b91a1

Job Views:

15

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist (Milling and Turning) to join a world-leading engineering manufacturer with over 45 years of experience. You will work on technically complex products and assemblies for flagship UK projects and programs.

The CNC Machinist will work on high-quality, high-integrity parts in various materials. The role is challenging and rewarding.

Note: Due to the security level of the projects, British Nationality is required for this role.

Salary, Hours, and Benefits:

• 39 hours per week, Day & Night Shift rotation
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Sick pay

This role is commutable from Derby, Nottingham, Sutton in Ashfield, Alfreton, Ilkeston, Chesterfield.

Candidate Requirements:

• Apprenticeship trained, time served, NVQ level 3 or higher
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work effectively in a team
• Minimum 3 years experience in precision machining of large components
• Experience with control systems (Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain, Mazatrol) preferred
• Exposure to industries such as Nuclear, Power Generation, Aerospace
• Proven experience working to high precision tolerances
• Experience with various materials

Key Responsibilities:

• Machining high integrity parts in various materials (nickel alloys, stainless steels, titanium, aluminium, carbon steels)
• Programming, setting, and operating machines, including proving out new programs
• Ensuring parts are machined correctly the first time and on schedule
• Maintaining cleanliness and safety standards
• Following route card instructions and completing documentation
• Reading and understanding engineering drawings
• Using workshop measuring equipment
• Performing in-cycle deburring and equipment maintenance
• Identifying and suggesting improvements
• Accurately logging all working hours

Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

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