Job Title Senior CNC Machine Operator Location Portland Salary Circa £35,000 - £40,000 DOE Working Pattern - Shifts (including days, nights and weekends) The CNC Machine Operator will be working within Hydro International's UK Wastewater Services (UKWWS) team. We support water utility companies by improving sewage sites across the United Kingdom. We are looking for an experienced/qualified CNC machine operator to join us at our Portland branch. In this job you will Set up and operate XYZ CNC machines to produce components to tight tolerances Read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD files Conduct in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment Perform routine maintenance and report machine faults Maintain production records and ensure compliance with ISO standards Support junior operators and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives Work collaboratively with production, quality, and engineering teams About You Skills & Experience Experience operating XYZ CNC Lathe. (XYZ Milling advantageous) Strong knowledge of CNC programming (G-code/FANUC/Siemens) Ability to work independently and manage shift priorities Familiarity with quality control procedures and inspection tools Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills Flexibility to work rotating shifts (days, nights, weekends) Qualifications NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or CNC Machining Apprenticeship in engineering (preferred but not essential) Forklift or overhead crane licence (desirable) Why work for us? - Competitive Salaries - 2 x Annual salary Life Cover - Pension - Sick pay policy - Minimum of 23 days holiday per annum Bank Holidays - Flu Vaccines - DSE Eye Tests - Mental Health First Aiders & Support programmes - Training & Development - Room for advancement Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a leading global provider of advanced products, services and expertise to help municipal, industrial and construction customers to improve their water management processes, increase operational performance and reduce environmental impact. With over 40 years of experience and a reputation for engineering excellence, businesses, and public bodies all over the world rely on our products, services and integrated solutions to reduce flood risk, improve water treatment and protect the environment from water pollution. We have a network of over 80 distribution partners and serve customers in more than 40 countries. As part of CRH Infrastructure Products, we are leading the water management industry with innovative, sustainable solutions and a safety-first mindset.