Precision Driller​/CNC Engineer

Precision Driller / CNC Engineer

Location:

Chessington

£35,000 (£18 per hour) + Premium Overtime + Bonus + Excellent Company Benefits

38-hour working week with a 12pm finish on Fridays

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Precision Driller / CNC Engineer to join a long-established company with a world‑leading reputation for subcontract machining, assembly services, and the manufacture of cutting tools.

Working within the company's Subcontract Division, the successful candidate will become part of a skilled and dynamic engineering team, supporting the manufacture of precision machined components for customers across oil & gas, nuclear, automotive, aerospace, and general engineering sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and stable business that offers outstanding earning potential through significant overtime, alongside opportunities for long‑term progression, skill development, and increased responsibility.

• Machine alignments
• CNC Turning, CNC Grinding, and CNC Milling
• Programming, setting, and operating CNC machines
• Working with Fanuc controls
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and manufacturing processes
• Using standard measuring equipment while working to tight tolerances
• Surface grinding, turning, and milling operations
• Working with CNC and PLC controls
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and quality control
• Complying with all relevant Health & Safety requirements
• Adhering to ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality standards

• Apprentice trained or time‑served engineer preferred
• City & Guilds or BTEC qualification advantageous
• Proven experience within a precision machining or subcontract engineering environment
• Strong CNC machining background
• Experience with Fanuc controls advantageous
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Hard‑working, reliable, and proactive approach
• Strong team player with excellent attention to detail
• Flexible approach to working hours when required to meet customer deadlines
• Commutable to Chessington

• Competitive basic salary
• Significant overtime opportunities
• Company bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Early finish every Friday

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.