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CNC Miller - Night Shift
Salary: £35,000 £45,000 + Uplift 1.3x
Hours: 46 per week, MondayThursday
Location: Southampton
Shift: 17:00 - 05:00 Nights
Are you a skilled CNC Miller looking to join a well-established engineering business in Southampton that values quality, flexibility, and craftsmanship? Were looking for an experienced machinist to join our friendly and growing team.
The role
Youll be responsible for setting, operating, and editing CNC Milling machines to produce components to tight tolerances.
The role involves reading engineering drawings, working to high standards, and contributing to continuous improvement within the machine shop.
What were looking for
- Skilled CNC Miller with recent machining experience.
- Preferably experienced with Mazak / Integrex controls, but other control systems are also welcome.
- Ideally apprentice trained or with solid engineering fundamentals.
- Basic Turning experience would be an advantage.
- A proactive team player who takes pride in their work and pays attention to detail.
If youre an experienced CNC Miller ready for your next step in a supportive, progressive engineering firm, wed love to hear from you!
Apply now or contact Max Sinclair for a confidential chat.
max@holtengineering.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Eling,England
Start: 14/01/2026
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £55000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-14 08:40:09
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CNC Miller
Salary: £35,000 £40,000 per annum
Hours: 38.75 per week, MondayFriday (08:0016:15, finish at 12:00 on Fridays!)
Location: Southampton
Shift: Days only
Are you a skilled CNC Miller looking to join a well-established engineering business in Southampton that values quality, flexibility, and craftsmanship? Were looking for an experienced machinist to join our friendly and growing team.
The role
Youll be responsible for setting, operating, and editing CNC Milling machines to produce components to tight tolerances.
The role involves reading engineering drawings, working to high standards, and contributing to continuous improvement within the machine shop.
What were looking for
- Skilled CNC Miller with recent machining experience.
- Preferably experienced with Mazak / Integrex controls, but other control systems are also welcome.
- Ideally apprentice trained or with solid engineering fundamentals.
- Basic Turning experience would be an advantage.
- A proactive team player who takes pride in their work and pays attention to detail.
If youre an experienced CNC Miller ready for your next step in a supportive, progressive engineering firm, wed love to hear from you!
Apply now or contact Max Sinclair for a confidential chat.
max@holtengineering.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Eling,England
Start: 14/01/2026
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £40000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-14 08:35:13
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We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Fitter, Machinist to join a busy mechanical engineering workshop.
You will be involved in the manufacture and repair of components using manual (non-CNC) lathes, milling machines, and vertical borers, with occasional on-site work.
Key Responsibilities
Manual turning, milling, and boring of mechanical components
Mechanical fitting and repair work
Workshop-based role with occasional site visits
Participation in overtime and on-call rota
Ongoing training and skills development
Requirements
Time-served machinist with strong manual machining experience
Background in conventional lathes, milling or boring machines
NC and CNC experience beneficial but not essential
Reliable, adaptable, and comfortable with varied workloads ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Manchester, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £50000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2026-01-12 15:26:35
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Toolmaker
Location: Portsmouth
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £34,320£35,360 per annum (equivalent to £16.50£17.00 per hour)
Join a skilled, hands-on manufacturing team as a Toolmaker, producing and maintaining the precision tooling that underpins high-quality production.
This role suits an experienced machinist/toolmaker who enjoys problem-solving, working to fine tolerances and supporting continuous improvement on the shop floor.
About the role
The Toolmaker is responsible for manufacturing, assembling, fitting and repairing precision tools, including jigs, moulds, dies, special guides and holding devices used in production.
You will work from detailed engineering drawings, using a range of workshop machinery and CAD/CAM tools to ensure all tooling supports efficient, reliable manufacture.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver complex toolmaking projects, from strip-down and diagnosis through to repair and final sign-off.
- Assemble, fit and repair tools, jigs, moulds, dies and special fixtures used in the manufacturing process.
- Interpret engineering drawings to accurately measure, mark out and machine tooling components.
- Operate lathes, presses, milling machines and grinders to cut, shape and finish tools to tight tolerances.
- Use 2D and 3D CAD/CAM software to support design, modification and manufacture of tooling.
- Implement modifications to moulds to improve performance, quality and reliability.
- Maintain safe operations by adhering to all safety procedures and regulations.
- Document and communicate actions, irregularities and ongoing requirements to maintain continuity between shifts.
- Escalate production or tooling issues to the Tool Room Supervisor as required.
- Ensure high standards of housekeeping, quality and Health & Safety, always promoting a safe working environment.
Responsibility for staff & equipment
- Maintain swarf bins, oil and coolant levels, ensuring machines are kept in good working order.
- Ensure hand tools and cutting tools are returned and stored correctly.
- Mentor Improver Toolmakers and Toolmaking Apprentices, supporting their development.
- Ensure lifting equipment is fit for purpose and regularly inspected and maintained.
About you
- Time-served Toolmaker or equivalent experience in a precision machining/toolroom environment.
- Confident reading and working from detailed engineering drawings.
- Strong hands-on machining skills with lathes, mills, grinders and related workshop equipment.
- Good understanding of moulds, jigs, fixtures and general production tooling.
- Safety-conscious, organised and proactive, with a focus on quality and right-first-time work.
To apply, please send your CV to max@holtengineering.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Hilsea,England
Start: 12/01/2026
Salary / Rate: £34000 - £35500 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-12 09:26:04
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CNC Machinist Bournemouth
Salary: £30,000£35,000
If you enjoy turning raw material into something precise, reliable and built to last, this CNC Machinist role offers the chance to work with high-quality components used in demanding engineering applications.
Its a great opportunity for a CNC Machinist who takes pride in accuracy and wants to contribute to a team where clean, consistent machining really matters.
As a CNC Machinist, youll be setting, operating and adjusting CNC machine tools to produce precision parts for complex assemblies.
The role suits someone who is hands-on, methodical and confident working to tight tolerances within a quality-driven environment.
Youll join a small, collaborative team where a skilled CNC Machinist can make a genuine impact on daily production.
Key responsibilities for the CNC Machinist:
- Prepare tooling and work holding using drawings and job sheets
- Carry out accurate measurements and first-off checks with inspection tools
- Set and operate CNC machines, adjusting offsets and changing inserts when required
- Keep tooling organised, clean and maintained
- Work closely with setters and machinists to keep workflows running smoothly
- Maintain clear documentation and follow all quality and safety procedures
Essential skills for the CNC Machinist:
- Proven background as a CNC Machinist on mills or lathes
- Confident reading engineering drawings
- Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach
- Good understanding of tooling, offsets and basic inspection
- Reliable, organised and able to work independently
Benefits for the CNC Machinist:
- Competitive salary
- Long-term stability within an established engineering environment
- Supportive team with a focus on quality and continuous improvement
If youre an experienced CNC Machinist who wants to be part of a business that values precision, people, and progress, get in touch.
Call Rio at Holt Engineering on 07483025038. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bournemouth,England
Start: 05/01/2026
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £35000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-05 08:28:04
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We are looking for an experienced CNC Programmer to join our prototyping department.
The role involves working closely with design engineers to prepare CAD files offline and operate 5-axis CNC mills to produce high-quality, small-batch parts with tight tolerances.
We???re seeking a hands on, multiskilled team player with strong problem solving abilities and a flexible approach to tasks.
Responsibilities include offline CAD programming, machining parts to target times and quality standards, replenishing tooling and consumables, and maintaining a safe, clean workshop environment.
Experience with tools like PowerMill, HyperMill, and SolidWorks is essential.
Additional experience in manual machining, 3D printing, and composite production is a plus.
Minimum 2 years of CNC programming required. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Chichester, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £35000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2026-01-02 17:44:45
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CNC Miller - 5 Axis
Location: Petersfield
Day Shift: MondayFriday, 37.5 hours per week
£35,000 - £45,000
Are you an experienced 5-axis machinist looking to work with cutting-edge equipment and high-end projects? We are seeking a skilled Workshop Technician to program and operate a range of simultaneous 4 and 5-axis machines, producing components for specialist equipment and demanding scientific applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program and operate 5-axis CNC milling machines, including CADCAM-driven platforms.
- Deliver highly accurate machining work at pace, maintaining high quality standards.
- Manufacture precision parts in a variety of metals and plastics to extremely tight tolerances.
- Apply your experience with Mazak machines and HyperMill software (highly preferred).
- Maintain exceptional attention to detail and a clean, organised workshop environment.
Requirements:
- Experienced 5-axis machinist with a background in using CADCAM.
- Proven track record in high tolerance machining.
- Familiarity with Mazak and HyperMill is highly advantageous.
- Able to work to exacting standards with metals and plastics.
- Pride in producing superior work and maintaining a tidy workspace.
If you take pride in precision engineering and want to work on challenging projects for world-leading sectors, we encourage you to apply by contacting Max Sinclair max@holtengineering.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Steep,England
Start: 02/01/2026
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £45000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-02 10:59:12
