Contracts Manager CNC Machinist Blackburn (Head office)

Vital Energi Utilities Ltd; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in utilities seeks a skilled CNC Machinist for a fixed-term contract in Blackburn. The role involves operating CNC machinery, assembling heating units, and ensuring quality standards. Ideal candidates will have experience with CNC machinery and basic assembly skills. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contributory company pension scheme

Non-contributory death-in-service insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC machinery required.
• Basic mechanical and electrical assembly skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machinery, including pipe feeding and cutting machines.
• Assemble Heating & Cooling Interface Units.
• Maintain quality standards in compliance with ISO 9001:2000.

Skills

CNC machinery

Mechanical assembly

Electrical assembly

Education

NVQ Level 2-3

HNC/HND in CNC Milling

Job description

Job Title: CNC Machinist (Pipe Former & HIU Assembler)

We are seeking to recruit a CNC Machinist (Pipe Former & HIU Assembler) for a fixed-term contract of up to 12 months to cover maternity leave. The position is based at our Head Office in Blackburn.

Key Responsibilities

• Work safely in accordance with the company’s health & safety policies.
• Operate CNC machinery proficiently, including pipe feeding & cutting (saw) machines, pipe bending machine, end forming machine, bench drill, disc grinder, and compressed air test unit.
• Form pipe fittings from various metals to high standards and precise tolerances.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings accurately.
• Assemble and sub-assemble Heating & Cooling Interface Units (similar to domestic boilers), including mechanical pipework and electrical components (low voltage 5V DC to mains voltage 230V AC).
• Participate in final testing, verification, and validation of products, including mechanical (air and water tests) and electrical testing (controllers, valves, actuators, sensors).
• Maintain quality standards in compliance with ISO 9001:2000.
• Care for tools, equipment, and test devices, reporting any defects immediately.

Requirements

• Experience with CNC machinery.
• Basic mechanical and electrical assembly skills.
• NVQ Level 2-3 or HNC/HND in CNC Milling preferred (desirable).

Benefits

Competitive salary (dependent on experience).

Contributory company pension scheme.

Non-contributory death-in-service insurance.

Employee Assistance Programme.

33 days holiday including bank holidays.

Flexible working hours.

Discounted gym memberships across the UK.

Application Process

If interested, please email your CV to our HR department using the provided application button.

Additional Information

Notice to Agencies and Search Firms: Vital Energi Utilities Ltd does not accept unsolicited CVs. Any CVs submitted without a valid agreement will become the property of the company, and no fee will be paid for such referrals.

Applications will be processed within 28 days. If you do not hear from us, your application was unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and do not discriminate based on sex, race, age, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics. Only applicants legally entitled to work in the UK and residing in the UK are invited to apply.