CNC Machinist

Programmed Maintenance Services; Mount Maunganui; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Programmed Maintenance Services in Mount Maunganui, NZ, is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist / CNC Programmer who thrives on challenging, custom-machined work.

You will take engineering drawings, create programs, set up and run CNC milling and turning machines, machining engineering plastics and some metals, with tight tolerances.

Join a skilled team delivering high-quality components for NZ manufacturers, with opportunities for growth and a stable long-term career.

Qualifications

• Proven CNC programming experience.
• Experience with CNC milling and turning.
• Experience machining engineering plastics.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of machining principles and tolerances.
• Experience using CAM software.

Responsibilities

• Program CNC machines from engineering drawings.
• Create and optimise CAM programs.
• Set up and operate CNC milling and turning machines.
• Manufacture precision components to tight tolerances.
• Inspect and verify finished parts.
• Select tooling and machining strategies.
• Troubleshoot machining and programming issues.
• Work with the engineering team to deliver quality outcomes.
• Maintain workshop safety and housekeeping.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC milling & turning

Engineering plastics machining

Reading drawings

Machining tolerances

CAM software experience

Tools

CAM software

Job description

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Programmed Maintenance Services – Mount Maunganui, North Island

We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist / CNC Programmer who enjoys challenging, custom-machined work.

This is not a repetitive production machining role. You'll be responsible for taking engineering drawings, creating programs, setting up machines and producing high-quality finished components across a variety of projects.

The majority of work involves machining engineering plastics, with some composite and metal machining.

Key Responsibilities

• Program CNC machines from engineering drawings
• Create and optimise CAM programs
• Set up and operate CNC milling and turning machines
• Manufacture precision custom components to tight tolerances
• Inspect and verify finished parts
• Select appropriate tooling and machining strategies
• Troubleshoot machining and programming issues
• Work closely with the wider engineering team to deliver quality outcomes
• Maintain a high standard of workshop safety and housekeeping

What We’re Looking For

• Proven CNC programming experience
• Experience with CNC milling and turning
• Experience machining engineering plastics
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong understanding of machining principles and tolerances
• Experience using CAM software

What’s On Offer?

• Varied and interesting project work
• Modern CNC equipment and technology
• Stable, long-term career opportunity
• Supportive and experienced team environment
• Opportunity to work on projects for leading NZ manufacturers
• Competitive remuneration based on skills and experience

Who we are

At PERSOL, we connect people to meaningful work and growth.
With decades of experience and a future-focused mindset, we’re here to support your career journey. We offer fresh opportunities, trusted guidance, and a people-first approach.

We’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace that embraces diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals from all communities.

To learn more about life at PERSOL, visit persolnewzealand.com
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