Machinist

Overview

General Manual machinists opportunity in a busy expanding aviation repair workshop. You will use a range of machinery including lathes, mills, jig borers and grinders to perform repairs to customer equipment in accordance with their order requirements and the approved technical data. This is a hands-on role for a detail-focused individual who takes pride in producing high-quality, accurate work.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate lathes, mills, jig borers, grinders and other machine tools to carry out repairs and manufacturing tasks
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and approved technical data to meet order requirements
• Measure and inspect components using verniers, micrometers, dial indicators and other precision instruments to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality
• Complete machining, finishing and repair operations to required tolerances and surface finishes
• Maintain accurate job records, test reports and documentation as required by the order
• Carry out routine maintenance and safe operation checks on machinery and tooling
• Identify and report issues, suggest improvements and collaborate with colleagues to resolve technical problems
• Comply with health, safety and quality procedures and contribute to a clean, organized workshop environment

Qualifications / Requirements

• Experience in operating lathes, mills, jig borers, grinders or similar machine tools in an aviation maintenance or similar environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and approved technical data
• Proficiency in using precision measurement tools (verniers, micrometers, dial indicators) to ensure dimensional accuracy
• Ability to complete machining, finishing and repair operations to specified tolerances and surface finishes
• Strong record-keeping skills for job records and test reports
• Willingness to perform routine maintenance and safety checks on machinery and tooling
• Ability to work in a team, identify issues, and contribute to problem solving
• Compliance with health, safety and quality procedures; commitment to maintaining a clean, organized workshop
• Permanent role; starting salary dependant on experience; must have current UK right to work to be considered

Note: This description reflects core responsibilities and does not include non-job-content such as promotional material or application process details beyond what is required for legal or regulatory compliance.

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