On-Site Machining Department

Overview

Metalock Engineering UK Ltd currently has vacancies in the On‑Site Machining Department. Positions available:
Orbital Machinists and On‑Site Machinists, permanent based in Coventry, England with extensive overseas travel on and offshore. Applicants will report to the Technical Director and Area Managers.

• Competitive salary with overtime
• Company van
• Pension
• Sick pay

• Full-time apprenticeship evidence in the respective discipline
• Proficient with Imperial and Metric measuring equipment
• Willingness to work on small, medium and large‑scale on‑site machining contracts onshore, offshore, UK, Ireland, Mainland Europe and worldwide

• Conduct surveys of potential work to obtain relevant technical, administrative and commercial information for method proposal and quotation.
• Prepare all orbital machining equipment and associated tooling.
• Carry out on‑site surveys worldwide.
• Control job costs within planned levels.
• Record all pre‑ and post‑machining measurements for QA/QC reporting.
• Complete timesheets for customer signature.
• Capture photos and video for reporting and promotional purposes where possible.
• Maximise opportunities for additional work on site and negotiate customer acceptance of extra charges.
• Promote and assist in further developing the on‑site machining business.
• Mentor and train technicians in on‑site orbital machining techniques.
• Ensure equipment is properly stored and maintained.
• Apply the company’s Health & Safety / Environment policy.
• Use protective clothing and equipment properly.
• Follow safe practices on site.
• Ensure used equipment is correctly packed and stored for return from site and highlight defects to the workshop manager.