CNC Machinist (Lathe & Milling)

You'll keep machines turning and parts in spec at the cement plant in Alberton. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

You'll report in Alberton. Relocation is not covered for this one.

• Follow the lockout procedure before any work on machinery
• Align shafts with a laser alignment tool after every drive change
• Program and run CNC machines from engineering drawings
• Inspect and adjust conveyors, chains and sprockets
• Replace bearings, seals and couplings on pumps, gearboxes and motors

• Own basic hand tools, or willing to build up a set
• N2 or N3 engineering subjects
• Basic understanding of the General Machinery Regulations
• Trade test as Fitter and Turner, Fitter, Millwright or Toolmaker
• You read engineering drawings and measure with micrometers and verniers
• Willing to work shifts, standby and weekend shutdowns

• Hydraulic and pneumatic courses
• Forklift licence for moving heavy parts
• CNC programming experience

• Tool allowance
• Chance to study further toward a technician diploma
• Paid overtime on shutdowns
• Shift and standby allowances

• Expect a practical test. Measure twice and work cleanly, because the assessor watches your habits as much as the result.
• Write your trade and trade test year first, then the machines you know, like "Filling lines, pumps, gearboxes".