CNC Machinists

Location: Titchfield, near Fareham, Hampshire
Contract: PAYE (running to June 2027)

About the Opportunity

We are growing our team and hiring x9 machinists for contract roles at our well-equipped manufacturing site in Titchfield. Opportunities are available across the machine shop.

In Spring 2027, the role will transfer to a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in Lee-on-the-Solent - a European Centre of Excellence with significant investment in new machinery. This is a truly exciting time to be part of the business.

Shift Pattern

• Training period: Day shifts
• Post-training: Early or late shifts
• The client will aim to accommodate candidates preference - let''s discuss!

Pay Rates & Hours - PAYE + 33 days holiday, or have the monetary amount advanced to you in your weekly pay.


ShiftHoursFirst 12 WeeksAfter 12 Weeks
Day (training)Mon-Thu 7:30am-4:15pm, Fri 7:30am-11:30am-18.72 (-21.44 inc. holiday)-19.29 (-22.09 inc. holiday)
EarlyMon-Thu 6:00am-2:00pm, Fri 6:00am-1:30pm-20.59 (-23.59 inc. holiday)-21.22 (-24.30 inc. holiday)
LateMon-Thu 2:00pm-11:45pm-22.46 (-25.73 inc. holiday)-23.15 (-26.51 inc. holiday)
OvertimeAs required-28.08 (-32.16 inc. holiday)-28.93 (-33.14 inc. holiday)
SundaysAs required-37.44 (-42.88 inc. holiday)-38.58 (-44.18 inc. holiday)

Current Vacancies

We are recruiting 9 machinists across CNC Turning and CNC Milling / Mill-Turn disciplines. Get in touch to discuss the best fit for your experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes, mills, grinders, or sliding head machines
• Interpret engineering drawings and follow work instructions
• Record and analyse SPC data
• Use precision measuring equipment (verniers, micrometers, plug gauges)
• Carry out manual machining, toolmaking, and deburring
• Maintain safe working practices and contribute to continuous improvement

Skills & Experience

• Proven machining experience in a relevant role
• CNC experience with machines such as Mori Seiki NH5000, Hardinge Conquest, or Citizen Sliding Head
• Fastems experience preferred for machining centre roles
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings
• Competence in SPC and precision measurement tools
• Apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on experience
• Aerospace, defence, or regulated industry background advantageous
• Right to work in the UK and eligibility for ITAR-controlled work

If you have CNC or manual machining experience and are looking to join a collaborative and high-performing engineering team, we would welcome your application.

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