CNC/Manual Machinist

Location: Tranent
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £19.20 per hour + Overtime & Double Time

The Opportunity

Nexus Resource Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a long-established and highly respected engineering company with a busy and diverse workshop. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled, time-served machinist to join a stable business offering long-term career prospects and excellent employee benefits.

Working within the machine shop, you'll be involved in the manufacture of both batch and one-off components using a combination of CNC and conventional machine tools. This is a hands-on machining role and is not suitable for programming or operator-only candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate CNC and manual milling machines, lathes, turning and drilling equipment
• Manufacture precision components from engineering drawings
• Produce both batch work and bespoke one-off components
• Maintain high quality standards and attention to detail
• Work independently and collaboratively within the workshop team
• Comply with all Health & Safety procedures
• Support business requirements including occasional overtime and weekend work

What We're Looking For

• Time-served machinist (essential)
• Previous experience in a similar engineering environment
• Competent using both CNC and conventional machine tools
• Ability to accurately interpret engineering drawings
• Ability to programme using Fanuc would be advantageous
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards
• Proactive, reliable and able to manage multiple tasks
• Full UK driving licence preferred

Hours

Monday – Thursday: 7:00am – 3:30pm
Friday: 7:00am – 12:00 noon

Occasional overtime and weekend work available in line with business requirements.

Benefits

• £19.20 per hour
• Overtime and double-time rates
• Union recognised employer
• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension with auto-enrolment
• Stable, long-established engineering business
• Immediate start available