CNC Machinist - Late Shift

Wärtsilä; Havant; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in marine technology is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to join their team in Havant. In this role, you will be part of a forward-thinking company dedicated to creating a sustainable maritime future. You will work in a dynamic environment, focusing on continuous improvements and maintaining high safety and quality standards. This position offers the chance to contribute to innovative projects while collaborating with a passionate team. If you have a strong work ethic and a desire to make an impact in the marine industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Experience setting and operating Mazak CNC machines.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvements and maintain safety standards.
• Ensure quality and follow processes to meet deadlines.

Skills

CNC Machining

Engineering Drawings

Problem Solving

Health & Safety Procedures

Communication Skills

Education

GCSE/O Level or equivalent

Apprentice served

Tools

Mazak Machines

Edgecam

Mastercam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world’s widest portfolio and service network, we – Wärtsilians - deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that 88% of the world's trade is carried by sea?

We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Are you ready to jump onboard?

We are now looking for a

CNC Machinist - Late Shift

to join our team working for a better future. The preferred location for the position is in Havant, UK.

What you will be doing

You will work during the following shift pattern:

Mon 14:30 to 22:30 ½ hour lunch
Tues 14:30 to 22:30 ½ hour lunch
Wed 14:30 to 22:30 ½ hour lunch
Thurs 14:30 to 22:30 ½ hour lunch
Fri 12:30 to 20:00

As CNC Machinist, your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Drive improvements as part of continuous improvement culture
• Work in a safe manner in line with the company's Health and Safety policy
• Maintain working area to a good standard as part of 5S
• Ensure quality is maintained and follow processes for area to company standards
• Carry out tasks in accordance with set process times to meet deadlines
• Have a flexible approach and at times move onto other disciplines within skill set
• Help with skills flex training and cross train others when required.

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:

• Experience of working in an Engineering environment.
• Previous experience of setting/operating Mazak machines
• Ability to read Engineering Drawings
• Ability to read CNC code, ISO (G code) / Mazatrol
• Offline Programming Experience Edgecam/Mastercam/Mazatrol - advantageous
• Ideally Apprentice served
• Understanding of Turning and Milling techniques
• Ability to problem solve
• Understand Health & Safety environment/procedures
• Good communicator with all levels of business (written & verbal)
• Hands-on approach with a strong work ethic
• Education:
  • GCSE/O Level or equivalent.
  • Apprentice served
• Experience:
  • 5 years (min) Engineering experience within the manufacturing industry. (Apprentice Trained)
  • 5 years (min) CNC machining experience
  • Milling and turning experience preferred
  • CI experience (Lean 8 wastes). Safety / 5S work ethic.
  • Computer Literate (Microsoft)

Why you and us?

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility for our work. We support each other’s growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have the courage to see opportunities and take initiative.

We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?

We have an amazing team and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future.

Contact & next steps

We hope to hear from you soon, by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout.

For further questions please reach out to Jess Baxter, Talent Acquisition Partner, through email [e-mail] with any questions related to this position (NO AGENCIES - Only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).

Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy!

Last application date: 08/05/2025

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

This is Wärtsilä

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.

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