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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed