Machinist 

Location: Billingham
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (3-shift rotation: days, backs, nights)
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent

Pay Rates

• Basic: £13.54 per hour
• 06:00 – 14:00: £15.71 per hour
• 13:45 – 20:45: £16.93 per hour
• 20:45 – 06:00: £17.60 per hour

Overtime Rates:

• Saturday: £20.31 per hour
• Sunday: £27.08 per hour

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Machinist with experience in horizontal boring to join a busy production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating horizontal boring machines to produce high-precision components, ensuring all work meets strict quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Machining Operations

• Set up and operate horizontal boring machines to meet production requirements
• Perform machining processes including boring, drilling, and milling on large or complex components
• Ensure all work is completed to tight tolerances and technical specifications

Finishing

• Smooth and finish welded components to meet structural and visual standards

Maintenance

• Carry out routine machine maintenance and basic fault identification
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment

Quality Assurance

• Inspect components using precision measuring equipment
• Ensure all finished parts meet required quality standards and engineering drawings

Health & Safety

• Adhere to all health and safety procedures and company policies
• Use PPE correctly and maintain a safe working environment at all times

Candidate Requirements

Experience

• Proven experience in a machining role
• Experience operating horizontal boring machines is desirable

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Competent in using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, verniers, gauges)
• Overhead crane experience (certification desirable)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good understanding of health & safety in an engineering environment

Progression Opportunities

This is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity. Candidates who demonstrate strong performance, reliability, and a positive attitude will have the opportunity to secure a permanent position.

Cost Code- S96