Skilled Machinist

Leonardo; South Cheriton; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Flexible hours

Hybrid working

Private medical

Job summary

Leonardo Helicopters is seeking an experienced Machinist to operate manual and CNC machinery across transmission component machining facilities. The role involves setting up jigs, maintaining tight tolerances, and collaborating with inspectors to qualify first-off components.

The position offers hybrid working options in the UK and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Machining required.
• Experience operating manual and CNC machinery.
• Ability to hold tight tolerances and surface finish requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual and CNC machinery.
• Set up jigs and build tools as required.
• Adhere to documented processes and quality standards.
• Work with inspectors to qualify first-off components.

Skills

Machinist

CNC machining

Manual machining

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Machining

Job description

Job Description:

Are you an experienced Machinist with an NVQ Level 3 in Machining (inclusive for anyone pre 1990 and post 1990)? If yes, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

At Leonardo Helicopters, we have vacancies for Machinists to work within a fast-paced growing organisation working across Transmission component machining facilities.

As a Machinist you will have diverse abilities to operate manual and CNC machinery with knowledge and experience of a multitude of machining operations.

Salary & Allowances:

• NVQ Level 3 - £41,200.27 per year. There could be opportunity to choose night shift at 41%

Other Useful Information to know

• Machine setting and operating
• Jig setting and tool building
• Machining dimensional tolerances typically of 0.005mm
• Achieving surface finish tolerances typically of 0.4 μm
• Following the job priorities list board

Key Accountabilities Include:

• Working in adherence to controlled documentation and process sketches
• Working in adherence to secured and proven machine programs
• Participation with scrap & rework investigations to determine root cause
• Working in adherence to company health & safety policies and procedures
• Main interfaces include:
• Liaison with inspectors to qualify 'first off' component of batch
• Providing support to maintenance engineers where required

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit:

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security.

Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.