Manual Machinist

New Appointments Group Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering company in Greater London is seeking a Manual / CNC Machinist to join their team. In this permanent role, you will produce high-quality precision components using various manual and CNC machines. Attention to detail and prior experience with machine tools are critical. The company offers training in specialized processes, making it an excellent opportunity for development. This position is fully on-site, providing a hands-on engineering environment.

Benefits

25 + 8 days holiday

Training in thermal spraying and welding

Early finish Friday

Qualifications

• Practical experience with machine tools or mechanical assemblies is necessary.
• Must be proactive, detail-focused, and motivated by problem-solving.
• Ability to lift up to 25Kg and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Work with a variety of manual and CNC machines to produce precision parts.
• Regularly use imperial metrology equipment to ensure quality.
• Participate in training for thermal spraying and welding.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Mechanical assembly

Confidence with imperial measurements

Communication skills

Mathematical proficiency

Basic computer literacy

Education

Time-served apprenticeship or vocational qualification

Tools

CNC machines

Lathes

Mills

Grinders

Job description

Manual / CNC Machinist - Permanent

Up to £37,000/annum - 25 + 8 days holiday (plus purchase up to 5 days)

Monday to Friday - early finish Friday, fully on-site

A well established leader in their field are looking for a hands‑on permanent machinist who enjoys solving mechanical problems and producing high‑quality precision components.

Manual / CNC Machinist is required to join a specialist engineering operation that focuses on the repair and refurbishment of blower and vacuum pump systems.

You'll work with a variety of manual and CNC machines, including lathes, mills and grinders, producing precision parts to exacting standards. Measurement accuracy is critical, and you'll regularly use imperial metrology equipment to ensure quality and consistency.

You'll also have the opportunity to develop additional skills, with training provided in thermal spraying and welding.

Person and experience:

• A time‑served apprenticeship or vocational qualification
• Practical experience with machine tools or mechanical assemblies
• Confidence working with imperial measurements
• Someone proactive, detail‑focused and motivated by problem‑solving
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and safety
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Maths & basic computer literacy
• Ability to lift up to 25Kg and perform repetitive tasks

This is a highly practical, hands‑on engineering environment, great training provided for additional specialist processes offering varied and technically interesting repair projects.

If you're an experienced machinist looking for a long‑term opportunity where your skills really matter, we'd love to hear from you.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.