Skilled Manual Machinist; Turner
Job in
Croydon, Greater London, SG8, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-11
Listing for:
Pertemps Crawley Perms
Full Time, Part Time
position Listed on 2026-02-11
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Manufacturing Production
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Manual Machinist (Colchester 1500 lathe) – Croydon
£16–£20 per hour | Full-time or Part-time Considered
A well-established Croydon-based engineering company specialising in emergency hydraulic and pneumatic repairs alongside planned maintenance services is looking to recruit an experienced Manual Machinist to join their team.
This role will primarily involve machining and repairing steel cylinders and hydraulic rams, so previous hands-on experience and the ability to confidently operate a Colchester 1500 manual lathe is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
Manual machining of hydraulic cylinders and rams
Repair and refurbishment work on steel components
Supporting both reactive repair jobs and scheduled maintenance work
Maintaining high quality and safety standards in the workshop
Requirements:
Proven experience operating a Colchester 1500 lathe
Strong manual machining background (turning, repairs, refurbishment)
Ability to work independently with confidence from day one
Engineering mindset with attention to detail
What’s on
Offer:
Flexible hours – full-time or part-time considered
Competitive pay: £15–£18 per hour (DOE)
Stable role within a specialist engineering environment
If you’re an experienced machinist looking for a flexible opportunity with a respected engineering business, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch for more information
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