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.
The Role
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
What We're Looking For
- 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
What's On Offer
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
Why Apply?
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.
