CNC Programmer / Machinist

Programmed Maintenance Services; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities available

Long-term career opportunity

Job summary

Programmed Maintenance Services is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer / Machinist for roles in Mount Maunganui and Christchurch. You will own jobs from start to finish, programming, setup, machining, and quality checking on multi-axis CNC machines using CAM software.

Join a skilled team delivering high‑quality components to tight tolerances in a growing New Zealand business. Ideal candidates read drawings, interpret CAD models, work autonomously, and take pride in manufacturing accuracy.

Qualifications

• Experience reading engineering drawings and CAD models.
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of jobs.
• Experience with multi-axis CNC machines.

Responsibilities

• CNC programming, setup and operation.
• CNC milling, turning and routing.
• CAM programming.
• Precision machining of engineering plastics.
• Some composite and metal machining.
• Jobbing and small-batch manufacturing.
• Producing high-quality components to tight tolerances.
• Developing machining strategies from customer drawings and CAD models.
• Designing fixtures and workholding solutions when required.
• Quality checking and producing first-off components.

Skills

CNC milling

CNC turning

CNC programming

CAM software

Reading drawings / CAD models

Multi-axis CNC

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Autonomous work

Tools

CAM software

Job description

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Programmed Maintenance Services – Auckland, North Island

We're looking for an experienced CNC Programmer / Machinist to join a growing and highly skilled team in Mount Maunganui and Christchurch.

This role would suit someone who enjoys taking ownership of a job from start to finish and can work independently with minimal supervision.

What You'll Be Doing

• CNC programming, setup and operation
• CNC milling, turning and routing
• CAM programming
• Precision machining of engineering plastics
• Some composite and metal machining
• Jobbing and small-batch manufacturing
• Producing high-quality components to tight tolerances
• Developing machining strategies from customer drawings and CAD models
• Designing fixtures and workholding solutions when required
• Quality checking and producing first-off components

What We're Looking For

• Strong CNC milling and turning experience
• Proven CNC programming experience
• Experience using CAM software
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD models
• Experience with multi-axis CNC machines
• Strong problem-solving ability
• High attention to detail and quality
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of jobs

Why Join?

• Modern CNC equipment and technology
• Supportive and experienced team
• Stable, growing New Zealand business
• Ongoing technical challenges and variety
• Overtime opportunities available
• Long-term career opportunity

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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