CNC Plate Machine Operator

Job description

Location: Portrush, Northern Ireland

Salary: £40,000 – £46,000 + Overtime + Relocation Payment

NEOS Engineering Recruitment are looking for an experienced CNC Plate Machine Operator to join a rapidly expanding engineering manufacturer based near Portrush.

You will operate CNC machinery used to cut, drill and process steel plate for fabricated structures and modular manufacturing projects.

The Role

• Set and operate CNC plate-processing machinery.
• Load programs and confirm machine settings.
• Process steel plate against drawings and production schedules.
• Check dimensions, hole positions and finished components.
• Load and unload materials safely.
• Carry out basic machine checks and routine maintenance.
• Identify and report machine or quality issues.
• Maintain accurate production records.

The Candidate

• Previous CNC plate-machine operating experience.
• Experience with plasma, oxy-fuel, drilling or plate-processing equipment.
• Able to read engineering drawings.
• Confident using measuring equipment.
• Knowledge of steel fabrication and material grades.
• Strong awareness of health and safety.
• Experience with Ficep, Peddinghaus or similar equipment is advantageous.

The Benefits

• £40,000 – £46,000 basic salary.
• Overtime available.
• Relocation payment.
• Permanent position.
• Training on specialist equipment.
• Career progression.

Apply today or contact NEOS Engineering Recruitment for more information.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2026

Profession type

Technical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English