Wood Machinist

HSB Technical Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Wood Machinist to join their team. In this role, you'll produce precision-cut timber components for luxury yacht interiors, ensuring the highest standards of craftsmanship. You'll work closely with cabinetmakers and joiners, operating advanced woodworking machinery and interpreting technical drawings to bring bespoke designs to life. If you have a passion for woodworking and a keen eye for detail, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team in a high-end manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a wood machinist in bespoke manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of timber properties and machining techniques.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wood machining equipment for precision components.
• Interpret technical drawings to produce accurate timber components.

Skills

Wood Machining

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Attention to Detail

Timber Properties Knowledge

Tools

CNC Routers

Saws

Planers

Spindle Moulders

Job description

Position: Wood Machinist

Job ID:187/65

Location: Southampton

Rate/Salary: £24p/hour

Type: Contract

HSB Technical Ltd is a leading specialist recruiter operating across the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy, and Aerospace sectors.

With a wide range of permanent and contract opportunities available both in the UK and internationally, we pride ourselves on connecting skilled professionals with reputable clients.

To learn more about us and our current vacancies, please visit our website or connect with us on LinkedIn.

We are seeking a skilled Wood Machinist to join our team, responsible for producing precision-cut timber components for high-end yacht interiors.

You will operate a range of woodworking machinery and work closely with cabinetmakers and joiners to meet the exacting standards of our bespoke designs.

Key Responsibilities for the Wood Machinist:

Operate and maintain wood machining equipment including saws, planers, spindle moulders, and CNC routers.
Interpret technical drawings and cutting lists to produce accurate components.
Select appropriate timber and materials for specific interior finishes.
Ensure all work meets stringent quality and safety standards.
Collaborate with production and design teams to ensure seamless workflow.

Essential Skills & Qualifications of the Wood Machinist:

Proven experience as a wood machinist, ideally within a high-end or bespoke manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of timber properties and machining techniques.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
Attention to detail and a commitment to craftsmanship.

Desirable:

Experience in the yacht or luxury interiors industry.
Familiarity with CNC programming (advantageous but not essential).

This position is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd, an REC (Recruitment and Employment Confederation) registered recruitment consultancy.

We have been appointed to manage the recruitment process on behalf of our client.