Manual Machinist

Frontline Recruitment Group; Melbourne CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a manual machine operator in Melbourne, UK. The role comes with competitive pay ranging from £15.00 to £16.00 per hour and offers a temp-to-perm opportunity. Candidates should have at least 2 years of machining experience and a practical, hands-on approach. The position also provides full training and a supportive team environment, with convenient day shifts and opportunities for overtime.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Full training

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• 2+ years of machining experience.
• Previous work in a mechanical or engineering workshop is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual machines and maintain them.
• Troubleshoot minor errors and conduct preventative maintenance.

Skills

Experience operating manual milling machines

Machine Operation

Practical, hands-on approach

Knowledge of press tools

Tools

Jones & Shipman machines

Bridgeport machines

Job description

We are recruiting for a “manual machine operator” for a production company based in the DE73, can be reached from Derby bus station, or Swadlincote bus station.

This role involves the operation of manual machines and training will be given to maintain, troubleshoot minor errors, along with preventative maintenance.

Requirements

• Experience operating manual milling machines, grinders, or lathes desirable
• Machine Operation – essential
• Previous work in a mechanical or engineering workshop – desirable
• Practical, hands‑on approach and good attention to detail – essential
• Knowledge of press tools – desirable
• Experience operating Jones & Shipman or Bridgeport machines – desirable

The Job Offers

• Competitive pay – £15.00 to £16.00 per hour (depending on experience)
• Temp-to-perm opportunity with long‑term career prospects within the business
• Full training to progress into a Tooling Technician
• Supportive team and excellent working environment
• Convenient day shift – no nights or weekends! Staggered starts from 7 am (40‑hour week)
• Overtime paid at enhanced pay rates (weekly pay)
• Free on‑site parking
• Lovely village location with local amenities

Experience Required

• Machining: 2+ years
• Ideally in a technical/workshop/production environment

If you're passionate about machining, eager to learn, and ready for a long‑term opportunity, apply today and take the next step in your engineering career.