Manual Machinist

Osprey Engineering Solutions
Birmingham
Osprey Engineering Solutions Ltd is a specialist engineering and technical recruitment consultancy. We have been engaged by a well-established engineering business based in Birmingham to recruit a Machinist on their behalf (training can be provided).Our client is a respected name in the region, operating a busy and well-equipped workshop that handles both the repair and overhaul of mechanical and hydraulic components, as well as the manufacture of new parts to customer specifications.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity for a hands-on machinist who is looking to develop their skills in a varied and technically challenging workshop environment. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will gain exposure to both milling and turning operations, whilst also building knowledge of hydraulic systems and components — making this a well-rounded role for someone serious about a career in precision engineering.

Key Responsibilities

•Operate manual and/or CNC milling and turning machines to produce, repair, and overhaul components to engineering drawings and specifications.

•Set up and operate lathes, milling machines, and associated tooling safely and accurately.

•Read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and technical specifications.

•Carry out repair and overhaul of mechanical and hydraulic components, including inspection, measurement, and refurbishment.

•Support the manufacture of new components to customer or internal specifications.

•Assist with the assembly, testing, and inspection of hydraulic systems and sub-assemblies where required.

•Maintain accurate records of work undertaken, materials used, and job progress.

•Uphold high standards of workshop housekeeping, tooling care, and equipment maintenance.

•Adhere to all health and safety procedures at all times.

•Work collaboratively with senior machinists and the workshop supervisor to meet production and overhaul deadlines.

Skills & Experience Required

Essential:

•Demonstrable experience or formal training in milling and/or turning operations.

•Ability to set up and operate manual or CNC milling and lathe machinery.

•Competent in reading and working to engineering drawings and dimensional tolerances.

•Practical and methodical approach to work with strong attention to detail.

•Good understanding of workshop health and safety practices.

Desirable:

•Some knowledge of hydraulic systems, components, or fluid power principles.

•Experience working in a repair and overhaul environment.

•Relevant engineering qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 2/3, Apprenticeship, or equivalent).

•Familiarity with precision measurement equipment such as micrometres, verniers, and bore gauges.

•Understanding of materials, surface finishes, and basic machining parameters
Posted 2026-05-12

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