Craft Machinist Practitioner

If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.

Craft Machinist Practitioner 

Location: RG30 3RP, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.  

Package: Starting min £30,150 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) 

Working Pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight, with every other Friday as a non-working day. This role is operational and customer facing, so employees are required to work fully onsite.

We support flexible working arrangements where possible, including part-time and varied working hours, while maintaining an onsite presence.  

Please let us know if you would like us to consider an alternative working pattern as part of your application. 

Let us introduce the role 

AWE is currently looking for enthusiastic Craft Machinists to carry out a wide range of craft machining operations on new, cutting-edge equipment, in the manufacture and development of production and trials components to support the business’ Mission Statement. 

To be considered for this role you must have a recognised apprenticeship and NVQ Level 2 minimum. 

Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point below, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.  

Who are we looking for?  

Responsibilities outlined below are not exclusive, but there is an expectation you will operate a variety of machine tools such as computer numerical code (CNC), 5axis/3axis lathes and milling machines, precision grinders, and welders. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Deliver the production of high precision components to meet the required customer specification. 

• Maintain safe operation of machine tools and all other related equipment. 

• Maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security, and quality and be a great team player. 

• Multi-task across multiple machine tools and manufacturing areas. 

• Undertake route cause analysis for problem solving. 

• Support and participate in continuous improvement activities. 

• Act as a role model and mentor peers and apprentices as required by the business area. 

Who You’ll Be: 

• Siemens Programming experience is advantageous, but not essential. 

• Good understanding of turning, setting, and operating. 

• Knowledge of turn/mill is desirable. 

• Carry out 6s activities in line with business area requirements. 

• To undertake and maintain all training in your core role and linked disciplines. 

• Understand and execute compliance with necessary procedures in the execution of the role. 

• Participate in task review planning activities and route card generation where required. 

• Contribute to the drafting of safety and operational documentation as required by the business area. 

You’ll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines. 

Some reasons we think you’ll love it here:  

AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include: 

• 9-day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.  

• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). 

• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. 

• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. 

• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. 

• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). 

• Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. 

• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. 

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'. 

Important things you need to know: 

• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.  

• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.  

• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.  

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Next steps:

Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.

Important things you need to know:

• We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. 
• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.

Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.