Precision Machine Training Specialist (Contract)
Location: Reading
Contract Length: 12 months
Working Pattern: 100% onsite
IR35: Inside IR35
Rate: £59 per hour (umbrella)
An opportunity is available for an experienced machining professional to take on a hands-on, training-focused role within a high-integrity engineering and manufacturing environment. This position is suited to someone with strong practical machining experience who enjoys coaching, mentoring, and developing others on the job.
The Role
You will be responsible for training and supporting machinists in precision machining activities, ensuring safe working practices and high standards of workmanship. The role has a strong emphasis on practical instruction, leadership at first-line level, and positively influencing behaviours on the shop floor.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver hands-on training in milling and turning operations
Coach and mentor individuals on machining best practice and safe working methods
Demonstrate leadership at first-line level and challenge poor or unsafe behaviours
Support and promote a strong health and safety culture
Clearly articulate training requirements and adapt approach to individual skill levels
Lead by example in a precision engineering environmentEssential Experience and Skills
2 to 3 years competent machining experience, dependent on individual capability
Strong experience with Shop Mill and Shop Turn, plus manual milling and turning
Background in engineering or manufacturing
Hands-on experience including hand fitting
Confident communicator with the ability to teach and coach others
Safety-focused and fully compliant with H&S requirements
Willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS assessmentDesirable
Teaching, coaching, or mentoring experience
Formal teaching qualification
Experience using Siemens interfaces
Previous experience in public or private sector engineering or manufacturing environmentsQualifications
NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent
NVQ Level 4 would be highly advantageousTo apply or for further details, please contact Daniel Cordy