Manual Machinist

Date posted: 17 November 2025

Pay: £13.00-£16.00 per hour

Job Description:

Who are Barvek & Bland Ltd

Formed from the merger of Barvek Engineering and Bland Fabrications in 2024, Barvek & Bland combine the precision engineering capabilities of Barvek, and the fabrication capabilities of Bland, to form a new, well-rounded, turn-key engineering sub contractor. Customer satisfaction, providing high-quality end products, completing within agreed timescales and competitive pricing are our key priorities. All types of engineering work is undertaken, and we specialise in producing ready made engineering assemblies, with all operations taken care of for the customer. We are growing at a fast pace and require a skilled machinist to assist us with the increasing workload.

Roles & Responsibilities

Within this role you will:

• Perform machining operations such as drilling, tapping, milling, turning and so on during the production of components.
• Use a variety of machines including lathes, milling machines & manual equipment.
• Interpreting engineering drawings independently in the production of components.
• Use metrology equipment to ensure accuracy of components.

As part of a small and fast-growing company, you will work both collaboratively and independently. When required, you will work under your own initiative and take responsibility to solve problems.

Your skills & qualifications

· You can demonstrate a strong understanding of engineering drawings along with the ability to use your mathematic skills to work out absent dimensions.

· You work well under pressure and strive to help the business meet deadlines.

· You are flexible, organised and can use your own initiative.

· You are confident, polite & enjoy working with people.

· You have good attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.

· You are keen to learn and continue your personal learning and development.

· A qualification in engineering or similar is desirable but not essential.

· You are familiar with the measuring equipment required for machining operations such as: callipers, micrometres, bore gauges etc.

Your experience

· Experience in a similar role is essential.

· Knowledge on materials used in our sector is also essential e.g. aluminium, stainless & steel.

· Experience using CNC machines is desirable but not essential.

Why work for us?

There are a range of benefits when working for us, these are including but not limited to:

· Company pension

· Work social events (Christmas & Summer BBQs)

· Friendly and welcoming work environment

· We place an emphasis on career progression and are willing to look at personal development such as courses, skills, qualifications etc.

How to Apply

To apply, email us at - with your CV and a covering letter. This is your chance to tell us how your skills, experience and qualifications make you perfect for the role.

Salary

The hourly rate for this role will depend on your skills/experience. To be discussed during the interview stage.

Hours

You will be contracted to 39.75 hours working the following:

Monday – Thursday 7:15am – 4:30pm

Friday 7:15am – 1:30pm

Overtime may be available during busier periods.

Location

Sandars Road, Heapham Road Industrial Estate, Gainsborough, DN21 1RZ

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £13.00-£16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 39.75 per week

Work Location: In person