Station Workshops CNC Machinist Fabricator

Serco Group plc; Carterton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A major engineering support provider in Carterton is seeking a CNC Machinist Fabricator for their RAF Brize Norton location. This hands-on role involves operating CNC machinery and ensuring the production of high-quality components. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 qualifications in Machining, along with proven experience in milling and machining environments. This permanent position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a supportive working environment. Security clearance is required.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts across retailers

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Proven experience in milling and machining environments.
• NVQ Level 3 qualifications in Machining, Milling or Turning (or equivalent experience).
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings and specifications.
• Basic mathematical skills for measurements, calculations and quality checks.
• Well-organised approach, able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machinery to ensure accurate programming.
• Interpret technical drawings to produce parts meeting quality standards.
• Perform routine inspection and measurement of machined parts.
• Use tools and materials handling equipment safely and effectively.
• Report health and safety concerns to the Workshops Supervisor.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and a positive working environment.

Skills

Experience in milling and machining environments

Ability to read technical drawings

Basic mathematical skills

Organised approach

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Machining, Milling or Turning

Job description

Location

RAF Brize Norton, Carterton, Oxfordshire, OX18 3LX

Salary

£35,246.61 plus excellent benefits

Schedule

Permanent, full time. 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday. Overtime and call out as required, with potential for a 9‑day fortnight.

Role Overview

As a Station Workshops CNC Machinist Fabricator in our RAF Brize Norton Station Workshops team, you’ll play a hands‑on role in delivering high‑quality engineering support that keeps critical operations moving on the Royal Air Force’s largest operating base.

At RAF Brize Norton, Serco has proudly supported the Royal Air Force and Ministry of Defence since 1997, delivering around 20 services on site. Your work will directly support over 5,800 service personnel, 1,200 contractors and 300 civil servants, helping ensure essential equipment, tools and components are manufactured safely, accurately and to the highest standards.

What you’ll do

• Set up and operate CNC machinery, using engineering drawings to ensure accurate programming and calibration
• Interpret technical drawings and specifications to produce parts that meet required quality standards
• Carry out routine inspection and measurement of machined parts to verify dimensions and tolerances
• Use tools, tooling and materials handling equipment safely and effectively at all times
• Report health and safety concerns and highlight risks, compliance issues or engineering deficiencies to the Workshops Supervisor
• Contribute to continuous improvement, helping drive efficiency, effectiveness and a positive working environment

Does this sound like you?

You’ll be a great fit for this role if you have…

• Proven experience in milling and machining environments
• NVQ Level 3 qualifications in Machining, Milling or Turning (or equivalent experience)
• The ability to read and follow technical drawings and specifications
• Basic mathematical skills for measurements, calculations and quality checks
• A well‑organised approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Security Clearance

This role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance, which involves verifying your identity, employment history, nationality, and criminal record to meet government security standards. Depending on the nature of the role, you may need to obtain formal Security Clearance (such as CTC or SC). UK residency requirements may apply for certain levels of clearance. You will also complete an Occupational Health Questionnaire so we can identify and provide any support you may need to undertake the role effectively.

Benefits

• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays (and the option to buy up to five additional leave days each year)
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Training and development: Over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a strong focus on internal progression
• Health and wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco‑managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service
• Discounts: Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to entertainment, travel and days out
• Charity: Paid volunteering day, tax‑free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, and the opportunity to donate to the Serco People Fund Charity
• Employee networks: Inclusive networks that support connection, collaboration and belonging for colleagues from all backgrounds, including veterans, parents and carers, people with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA+ employees

Diversity and Inclusion

At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such, we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. As a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.

We’re also a signatory of the UK Governments Women in Defence Charter.