via Reed · 18 September 2026 ·2 days ago

Graduate Manufacturing Engineer (5-Axis CNC)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
South East London Full-time GBP 30,000 – 40,000
This listing is from Reed
View original listing ↗

Graduate Manufacturing Engineer (5-Axis CNC)

£30,000 - £40,000 + Rapidly growing company + Equity + Company Bonus + Days Based + Monday to Friday + Progression + Company Benefits

Southwark, London

Are you a Graduate in Engineering with CNC experience and a strong interest in Manufacturing? On offer is a one of a kind opportunity offering full industry training and the chance to join a dynamic, forward-thinking company with an international presence who are establishing UK operations providing a cutting-edge project workload and the chance to continually progress and play a key role in the ongoing development of the business.

This company specialises in the manufacture of precision components for a range of major industries including Aerospace, Defence and Robotics with a presence across multiple continents. They have recently established UK operations through numerous factories and are looking for new CNC Machinists to help drive this growth.

In this autonomous role you will be one of the senior machinists responsible for setting, operating and programming a variety of 5-axis CNC mills and lathes working tight-knit workshop team. You will also be responsible for training junior operatives and play a key role in ongoing projects and operations as you work a standard 40 hour week with extra hours and opportunities to develop with the role.

This position would suit an Engineering Graduate or similar with CNC experience looking for a whoolly unique role in a dynamic business who provide a range of progression opportunities and equity.

The Role:

  • Work on dynamic manufacturing projects for key growth sectors

  • Setting, operating and Programming a variety of 5 axis CNC mills and lathes- Full training provided

  • Be one of the go-to machinists in a new factory and train junior team members

  • Collaborate with the team on business strategy

  • Receive equity and opportunities for ongoing progression.

The Person:
  • Graduate in Engineering or similar

  • CNC experience and an interest in Manufacturing

  • Looking to join a high growth, dynamic company

CNC, Machinist, Manufacturing, Programmer, Online, Offline, Setter, Operator, 4-axis, 5-axis, Y-Axis, Miller, Turner, Engineering, Aerospace, London, Southwark, City, Croydon, Bermondsey, Lambeth

Reference number: BBBH25464

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

The market for this type of role

Similar openings
11
Engineering roles in South East London
Full-time
80%
of Engineering roles in the UK
Remote possible
9%
of Engineering roles
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited

200 open positions · Aldershot, Andover, Ashford, Aylesbury, Aylesford +102

📊 Engineering · the UK
6,842
active jobs
11.5%
Remote
Ø 2d
avg. online
Top skills in demand
ExcelERPISOPythonAWSCI/CDSQLAzureAgileLean

Frequently asked questions

How many Engineering jobs are available in South East London?
Currently 11 Engineering roles in South East London on AlmostHired, across 3 different companies. Our data is updated daily.
Do Engineering roles offer remote work?
9% of Engineering roles in the UK allow remote work, either partial or full. To filter specifically for remote positions, use AlmostHired.
How do I know if I match this role?
Upload your CV — our AI compares your profile to the job requirements and gives you a precise match score, with matching and missing skills.