Manual Machinist (Colchester 1500 lathe) – Croydon
£16–£20 per hour | Full-time or Part-time Considered

A well-established Croydon-based engineering company specialising in emergency hydraulic and pneumatic repairs alongside planned maintenance services is looking to recruit an experienced Manual Machinist to join their team.

This role will primarily involve machining and repairing steel cylinders and hydraulic rams, so previous hands-on experience and the ability to confidently operate a Colchester 1500 manual lathe is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

*Manual machining of hydraulic cylinders and rams


*Repair and refurbishment work on steel components


*Supporting both reactive repair jobs and scheduled maintenance work


*Maintaining high quality and safety standards in the workshop



Requirements:

*Proven experience operating a Colchester 1500 lathe


*Strong manual machining background (turning, repairs, refurbishment)


*Ability to work independently with confidence from day one


*Engineering mindset with attention to detail



What’s on Offer:

*Flexible hours – full-time or part-time considered


*Competitive pay: £15–£18 per hour (DOE)


*Stable role within a specialist engineering environment



If you’re an experienced machinist looking for a flexible opportunity with a respected engineering business, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for more information.