Are you an experienced Manual Machinist or Toolroom Machinist who enjoys working on precision components and one-off or small batch work?

Do you take pride in producing high-quality parts using traditional machining methods?

Were supporting a well-established precision engineering and manufacturing business in Portsmouth who are looking to recruit a Service Centre Operator / Manual Machinist to join their skilled team.

Whats the role all about?

This is a hands-on machining role where youll be working within a toolroom or service centre environment, producing and modifying components to support production and engineering requirements.

Youll be responsible for working on manual machines, carrying out repairs, modifications and one-off work to tight tolerances.

Key responsibilities Operate manual machinery including lathes, mills and other toolroom equipment Manufacture, modify and repair components to required specifications Work from engineering drawings and technical instructions Produce one-off and small batch components Carry out tooling adjustments and maintenance tasks Inspect finished parts using precision measuring equipment Support production teams with tooling and engineering requirements Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment Ensure all work meets quality and engineering standards

What youll need

To succeed in this role, youll bring: Experience as a Manual Machinist, Toolroom Machinist or Service Engineer Strong knowledge of manual machining techniques (turning, milling, drilling) Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Experience working to tight tolerances Familiarity with inspection and measurement tools A practical, hands-on approach

About you

Youre skilled, reliable and take pride in your workmanship. You enjoy problem-solving and working on varied tasks rather than repetitive production work.

Youll be: Detail-focused and methodical Comfortable working independently and as part of a team Adaptable and proactive Committed to high standards of quality and safety Salary and benefits Competitive salary 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Additional three days off over the festive period Company pension scheme Life cover (3x salary) Company bonus scheme Employee Assistance Programme

Interested?

If youre an experienced Manual Machinist or Toolroom Engineer looking for a varied and hands-on role within a precision engineering environment, wed love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Kingdom People are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

TPBN1_UKTJ