Machinist

Job Description

D R Newitt are delighted to be partnering with a well-established engineering and manufacturing organisation that supplies highly engineered equipment and services into a range of critical industries including energy, process, industrial and infrastructure sectors.

Due to continued growth and a strong order book, we are looking to recruit an experienced Manual Machinist to join their workshop team in Alloa.

This is an excellent opportunity for a time-served engineer who enjoys varied work, precision machining, and refurbishment projects within a busy and technically challenging environment.

As a Manual Machinist, you will be responsible for the manufacture and refurbishment of mechanical components from engineering drawings and samples, supporting the repair and overhaul of industrial equipment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Setting and operating manual lathes, milling machines, horizontal borers and vertical borers
• Manufacturing and refurbishing components to precise engineering tolerances
• Interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Working closely with engineers and workshop personnel to identify suitable repair methods
• Ensuring all machining work meets quality, safety and customer requirements
• Completing workshop documentation and inspection records accurately
• Supporting continuous improvement activities and maintaining excellent housekeeping standards
• Working safely and promoting a positive health and safety culture at all times

• Time-served Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent
• Strong manual machining experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Proven experience operating manual lathes, milling machines, horizontal borers and vertical borers
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• High attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy
• Flexible and proactive approach to workshop activities
• Strong commitment to health, safety and continuous improvement

This company offers one of the strongest benefits packages in the local market, including:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays
• Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays per year
• Enhanced pension scheme with employer contributions up to 8%
• Enhanced company sick pay
• Life assurance scheme
• Health cash plan with everyday medical expense cashback
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support services
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Volunteering and community support initiatives
• Retail, travel, entertainment and gym discounts
• Long service recognition awards
• Free on-site parking
• Costco membership scheme
• Rota Day Scheme offering the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional days off per year

This is an opportunity to join a financially stable engineering business with a strong reputation for quality, investment and employee wellbeing. You’ll work on interesting projects, develop your skills within a highly experienced team, and enjoy a benefits package that genuinely rewards long-term commitment.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please apply today or contact D R Newitt Recruitment.