CNC Machinists / Mechanical Fitters / Manual Machinists

The role of Machinist / Mechanical Fitter at WES is interesting and always changing as we work on a diverse range of mechanical equipment. There is opportunity to work onsite and at local customers workshops carrying out in-situ machining and mechanical fitting. 

• CNC & Manual Machining
• In-Situ Machining & Line Boring
• Mechanical Fitting & Rebuilds
• Metal Fabrication & Welding
• Laser Cladding
• Gear Reducer Rebuilds & Load Testing
• Improved Spare Parts Design
• Mechanical Engineering
• Reverse Engineering 

• Plan and setup machines. 
• Carry out machining of components as per work pack detail, drawings and client's requirements.
• Select required tooling, feeds and speeds for efficient machining of jobs. 
• Liaise with Machining Foreman in regard to machining processes, machine setups, toolpaths, material properties, current and new tooling.
• Standardise and share own processes to drive personal efficiency and productivity with every opportunity.
• Maintain a positive work culture in line with our company values.
• Ensure compliance with all record keeping requirements and complete reports accordingly.
• Maintain a clean safe working environment for all workers & visitors at all times, this includes identifying & reporting any hazards and safety issues via the reporting process.

Skills and experience

• Relevant trade qualifications
• Experience in Fanuc control systems with Turning, Milling and Wire EDM, any one or all for CNC machinist roll. 
• Read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings.
• Experienced to determine the best step by step process to manufacture mechanical components.
• Able to work both unsupervised and as part of a team.
• Demonstrate safe work practices.
• Forklift licence (desirable but not essential)
• Dogging/Rigging (desirable but not essential)
• CAM programming )desirable but not essential)

• Gearbox, bogie wheel assemblies and pulley strip and rebuilds.
• Assembly of new manufactured components. 
• Reviewing Job packs, drawings, or samples to ensure accurate production.
• Planning proper sequencing of task to complete the jobs
• Assembling mechanical components using thermal expansion.  
• Measuring component with micrometers.
• Bearing fitment using residual clearance and hydraulic drive up.
• Overseeing, guiding, and assisting Apprentices. 

Skills and experience  

• Good mechanical aptitude and experience.
• High attention to detail and quality. 
• Trade experience, Mechanical Fitter/Machinist.
• High work ethic and time management.
• Ability to work as part of a team or unsupervised. 
• live local (preferred but not essential) 
• HR Licenses LF, DG or BG (preferred but not essential) 

• A positive and uplifting working environment where your achievements are acknowledged and appreciated.
• Maximum flexibility.
• Unlimited personal growth.
• Endless career opportunities.
• Secure, family friendly and long-term employment.
• No empty promises, ever!

If this sounds like a business and team you want to work with, please forward your application details by clicking the "Apply for this job" button

All applications will be held in the strictest confidence and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are looking forward to hearing from you.