CNC Machinist - Pipe Manufacturing

DCS Recruitment; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Gas turbine environment

Job summary

DCS Engineering is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our Lincoln-based team supporting the manufacture of precision gas turbine components.

You'll set up and operate CNC machines, read engineering drawings, select tooling and maintain quality standards. Training will be provided to familiarise you with specific machinery and processes, with a minimum six-month contract and a hands-on, specialist environment.

Qualifications

• Proven CNC machining experience in engineering/manufacturing.
• Confident with CNC machine controls and tooling.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of machining processes and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving.
• Good IT skills (Word/Excel).
• Communication and teamwork skills.
• An apprenticeship or NVQ in CNC machining is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machinery to manufacture gas turbine components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Select and prepare tooling, equipment and materials.
• Manufacture components to tolerances and quality standards.
• Carry out basic CNC programming and adjustments.
• Monitor operations to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and report faults.
• Collaborate with production, engineering and maintenance teams.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures.

Skills

CNC machining

reading drawings

quality standards

attention to detail

teamwork

MS Word

MS Excel

apprenticeship advantage

Education

NVQ/CNC qualification

Tools

CNC machine controls

Tooling selection

Job description

CNC Machinist - Gas Turbine Manufacturing

Location: Lincoln, Main Works
Pay Rate: £30.00 per hour PAYE £40.50 per hour LTD
Contract: Minimum 6 months
Training: Provided

DCS Engineering are currently recruiting for an experienced CNC Machinist to join a well-established engineering business in Lincoln, supporting the manufacture of precision gas turbine components.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC Machinist with a strong background in engineering and manufacturing. Training will be provided to familiarise the successful candidate with the specific machinery, processes and production requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Setting up and operating CNC machinery to manufacture gas turbine components.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Selecting and preparing appropriate tooling, equipment and materials.
• Manufacturing components to required tolerances and quality standards.
• Carrying out basic CNC programming and adjustments where required.
• Monitoring machining operations to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Performing basic machine maintenance and reporting equipment faults.
• Working closely with production, engineering and maintenance teams.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures.

The Candidate

• Proven CNC machining experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Confident using CNC machine controls and associated tooling.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of machining processes and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A recognised apprenticeship or NVQ in CNC machining or a related manufacturing discipline would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Experienced CNC Machinists without formal qualifications will also be considered.
• Willingness to undertake training on specific machinery and manufacturing processes.

What's on Offer?

• £30.00 per hour PAYE or £40.50 per hour LTD.
• Minimum 6-month contract.
• Training provided on relevant machinery and processes.
• Opportunity to work within a specialist gas turbine manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on involvement in precision engineering and manufacturing.