Job Description

Position: Wood Machinist

Job ID:187/65

Location: Southampton

Rate/Salary: £24p/hour

Type: Contract

HSB Technical Ltd is a leading specialist recruiter operating across the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy, and Aerospace sectors. With a wide range of permanent and contract opportunities available both in the UK and internationally, we pride ourselves on connecting skilled professionals with reputable clients. To learn more about us and our current vacancies, please visit our website or connect with us on LinkedIn.

We are seeking a skilled Wood Machinist to join our team, responsible for producing precision-cut timber components for high-end yacht interiors. You will operate a range of woodworking machinery and work closely with cabinetmakers and joiners to meet the exacting standards of our bespoke designs.

Key Responsibilities for the Wood Machinist:

• Operate and maintain wood machining equipment including saws, planers, spindle moulders, and CNC routers.
• Interpret technical drawings and cutting lists to produce accurate components.
• Select appropriate timber and materials for specific interior finishes.
• Ensure all work meets stringent quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with production and design teams to ensure seamless workflow.

Essential Skills & Qualifications of the Wood Machinist:

• Proven experience as a wood machinist, ideally within a high-end or bespoke manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of timber properties and machining techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to craftsmanship.

Desirable:

• Experience in the yacht or luxury interiors industry.
• Familiarity with CNC programming (advantageous but not essential).

This position is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd, an REC (Recruitment and Employment Confederation) registered recruitment consultancy. We have been appointed to manage the recruitment process on behalf of our client.