Trainee CNC Machinist – Hands-On Training & Growth

Fortis Recruitment Solutions; Biggin Hill; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortis Recruitment Solutions is partnering with an exciting engineering company in the Biggin Hill area to recruit a trainee CNC machinist. The role is a full-time, Monday to Friday position offering in-house training and external development opportunities.

You will train in operating CNC turning and milling machines, read drawings, and use precision tools. The team emphasises a supportive environment helping you develop CNC skills and confidence.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification or apprenticeship with some practical workshop/manufacturing experience.
• Keen to learn and develop CNC machining skills.
• Comfortable reading basic engineering drawings.
• Good team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate and assist with setting CNC turning and milling machines.
• Load and make basic adjustments to CNC programmes.
• Read engineering drawings and work to specified tolerances.
• Use verniers, micrometers and other precision measuring equipment.
• Develop knowledge of tooling, cutting speeds, feeds and machining processes.

Skills

CNC turning

CNC milling

Reading drawings

Measurement tools

Education

Engineering qualification/apprenticeship

Tools

Vernier calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Fortis Recruitment Solutions is partnering with an exciting engineering company in the Biggin Hill area to recruit a trainee CNC machinist. The role is a full-time, Monday to Friday position offering in-house training and external development opportunities.

You will train in operating CNC turning and milling machines, read drawings, and use precision tools. The team emphasises a supportive environment helping you develop CNC skills and confidence.