Onsite Machinist

Cezanne HR; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy services provider is seeking an OnSite Machinist in Scotland or the North East of England. The role involves performing a variety of onsite machining tasks, including pipe cutting and milling. Candidates must have knowledge of ANSI/ASME standards and experience in maintaining machinery. Travel within the UK and occasionally international locations is expected. The position offers a retainer salary plus bonuses for onsite work. Join a team that values ingenuity, collaboration, and accountability.

Benefits

33 days holiday per annum

Employee assistance programme

Virtual GP service

Qualifications

• Experience in inspecting and maintaining equipment to high standards.
• Capability to complete detailed inspection reports.
• Proven experience in onsite machining operations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all onsite machining tasks including pipe cutting and milling.
• Complete mechanical surveys and identify in-situ repair solutions.
• Engage in continuous training and participate in company initiatives.

Skills

Knowledge of ANSI/ASME standards

Mechanical surveys and solution identification

Portable machine tools preparation

Attention to detail

Job description

OnSite Machinist – Scotland / North East of England

Glacier Energy, Glasgow, United Kingdom – Manufacturing

Onsite Machining role: a specialist in renewable and conventional energy markets. The role is based in Scotland or the North East of England with no workshop presence required.

Company Description

Glacier Energy is a leading international provider of specialist services, products and engineered solutions for renewable and conventional energy markets, focusing on heat transfer, pressure vessel solutions, inspection, onsite machining and welding.

Position

Carrying out all aspects of onsite machining including:

• Specialist OEM – hub connectors and compact flanges.
• Pipe cutting, bevelling and transitioning.
• Milling – pump bases, keyways and other components.
>Drilling and boring – stud removal, drilling and tapping.
• Line boring – compressor housings, crane alignment pins, specialist applications.
• Bespoke machining and engineering projects.

Requirements

• Knowledge and experience of ANSI/ASME standards.
• Ability to complete inspection reports and site documentation to a high level.
• Experience in preparing portable machine tools and maintaining equipment.
• Inspection and maintenance of tooling on return from site, ensuring equipment is stripped down, serviced and assembled.
• Capability to carry out mechanical surveys and identify solutions for in‑situ repairs.

Attributes

• Willing to travel within the UK and international onshore and offshore locations.
• Ability to take instruction from the GMS Operations team on work scopes and deliverables.
• Responsiveness to short‑notice reactive site work.
• Driving duties to meet business demands.
• Commitment to continuous self‑improvement and training.
• Active participation in company improvement initiatives.
• Adherence to all company policies and procedures including quality, safety, environmental and HR.
• Confidence to engage with all levels of the business.
• Logical and analytical approach.
• Attention to detail and efficiency.
• Willingness to learn from others and share best practice.
• Thorough, tenacious and results‑oriented.

Values & Benefits

• Ingenuity – Proactively explore new ways to enhance customer service and improve processes.
• Excellence – Follow through on commitments and ensure tasks are completed as expected.
• Collaboration – Work effectively as part of the team, understanding contribution to overall success.
• Respect – Communicate with honesty and respect, demonstrating commitment to the company's values.
• Accountability – Take responsibility for setting and managing clear expectations, ensuring reliable service.
• Life Assurance.
• 33 days holiday per annum (inclusive of public holidays) – pro‑rated to start date.
• Employee assistance programme offering health and wellbeing via a smartphone app.
• Virtual GP and second medical opinion service available 24/7/365.

Compensation

Retainer/basic salary plus onsite bonuses for every day on site with a client.