CNC Machinists

Matchtech; Fareham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Job summary

Matchtech is recruiting CNC Machinists for contract roles in Titchfield, near Fareham, with a move to a new facility in Lee-on-the-Solent in Spring 2027 to form a European Centre of Excellence. Shifts include Earlies or Lates; 9 positions across CNC turning, milling, and mill-turn.

Applicants should have proven machining experience, be able to read drawings, and have hands-on experience with precision SPC and measurement tools. PAYE roles with holiday and progression opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Proven machining experience in a relevant environment.
• Experience with CNC machines and setting up lathes/mills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience using SPC and precision measuring equipment.
• Apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on machining experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes, mills, grinders or sliding-head machines.
• Interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Record and analyse SPC data.
• Use precision measuring equipment such as micrometers and verniers.
• Carry out manual machining, toolmaking and deburring, maintaining safety standards.

Skills

Machining experience

Reading engineering drawings

SPC data analysis

Manual machining

Toolmaking

Deburring

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on machining

Tools

Mori Seiki NH5000

Hardinge Conquest

Citizen Sliding Head

Job description

CNC Machinists (605060) Fareham, England

Salary: GBP18.72 - GBP44.18 per hour + PAYE + Holiday

Location: Titchfield, near Fareham, Hampshire
Contract: PAYE (running to June 2027)

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and meet ITAR requirements.

About the Opportunity

We are growing our team and hiring 9 machinists for contract roles at our well-equipped manufacturing facility in Titchfield.

In Spring 2027, the role will transfer to a brand-new facility in Lee-on-the-Solent, creating a European Centre of Excellence with significant investment in new machinery. It's an exciting time to join the business.

Shift Pattern

• Post-training: Earlies or Lates

We'll aim to accommodate your preferred shift where possible

Pay Rates (PAYE)

33 days holiday available separately or advanced into weekly pay

We're recruiting 9 machinists across:

• CNC Turning
• CNC Milling
• Mill-Turn

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes, mills, grinders or sliding-head machines
• Interpret engineering drawings and work instructions
• Record and analyse SPC data
• Use precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, verniers and gauges
• Carry out manual machining, toolmaking and deburring
• Maintain safe working practices and support continuous improvement initiatives

Skills & Experience

• Proven machining experience in a relevant environment
• Experience with CNC machines such as Mori Seiki NH5000, Hardinge Conquest or Citizen Sliding Head
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings
• Experience using SPC and precision measuring equipment
• Apprenticeship or equivalent hands‑on machining experience
• Aerospace, defence or other regulated industry experience is advantageous