Job Description
Job Title: CNC Machinist (Turner)\n\nLocation: Newcastle\n\nSalary: Up to £19.24 per hour +30% shift allowance for nights\n\nShifts: Shift pattern: 2 weeks days / 2 weeks nights\n\nBenefits:\n\n * \n\n Company Pension Scheme\n\n * \n\n Life Insurance Policy\n\n * \n\n Employee Assistance Programme, which allows employees to access wellbeing support 24/7.\n\n * \n\n Eye Care Provision\n\n * \n\n Annual Community Fund\n\n * \n\n Annual Holiday buy and sell\n\n * \n\n Training and Development\n\n * \n\n Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme\n\n * \n\n Cycle to Work Scheme\n\n * \n\n Enhanced Maternity Leave\n\n * \n\n Also – Workwear, Canteen, Bike Facilities, Free Parking, Free fruit on Wednesdays, Culture Champions, Health Advocates, Wellbeing Events, Social Activities, Charity Fundraising, Long Service Awards, Recognition Scheme.\n\nThe Company\n\nBEL Engineering is a leading precision engineering company specializing in high-quality manufacturing solutions. With a strong commitment to innovation and excellence, they provide a dynamic work environment where employees can thrive and develop their careers.\n\nIn 2012, BEL Engineering was established as a project managed CNC machining business to cater for the growing demand for precision sub-contract machining in the UK and European markets. Operating from their secure, integrated manufacturing facility in Newcastle upon Tyne, they manufacture 3mm diameter to 50 tonne components for customers in a wide variety of sectors, including civil nuclear, defence, aerospace, marine and oil & gas.\n\nJob Description – CNC Machinist\n\nAs a CNC Machinist, you will play a key role in our precision engineering team.
Reporting to the Cell Manager, you will be responsible for the setting and operating of CNC machines, working with a variety of materials including exotic alloys, stainless steel, brass, duplex, and aluminium. The ideal CNC Machinist will have experience interpreting engineering drawings, using measuring equipment, and ensuring high-quality machining standards.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n * Set up and operate CNC machines to meet quality and production standards.\n\n * Program machines for single, small-batch, or series production.\n\n * Work with precision materials and ensure dimensional accuracy.\n\n * Use measuring equipment and follow inspection procedures.\n\n * Collaborate with production control, engineering, and maintenance teams.\n\n * Maintain a safe working environment in line with Health & Safety policies.\n\n * Provide support for apprentice and trainee training.\n\nSkills & Experience Required:\n\n * Time-served CNC Machinist with experience in horizontal and/or vertical boring.\n\n * Experience with 5-axis machining is advantageous but not essential.\n\n * Strong understanding of production processes and engineering systems.\n\n * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings in both imperial and metric measurements.\n\n * Problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.\n\n * Strong communication skills and teamwork mentality.\n\n * Security clearance (Baseline Personnel Security Standard - BPSS) may be required.\n\nWhy Should You Apply?\n\n * Opportunity to work for a leading engineering company.\n\n * Excellent career progression and skills development.\n\n * Competitive hourly rate with great benefits.\n\n * Be part of a professional and innovative CNC machining team.\n\n * Work on high-quality, precision-engineered components