CNC Machinist

CNC Machinist – Turning, Milling & Precision Fabrication
Location: Melbourne’s Leafy Northern Suburbs

Join a long-established and highly respected manufacturing business specialising in CNC Turning, CNC Milling, Welding, and Precise Fabrication. Based in Melbourne’s leafy north, we offer a modern, spacious, and well-equipped factory environment with a friendly and collaborative team culture.


Ideally, we are seeking experienced and qualified CNC Machinists who have completed a formal apprenticeship and bring at least five years of hands-on experience to the role. The site is proudly multicultural and inclusive, fostering a supportive environment that promotes work-life balance. With state-of-the-art machinery and advanced technologies in use, this is an excellent opportunity to expand your technical skills while contributing to exciting R&D projects. There are plenty of pathways for career progression and professional growth, making it an ideal setting for motivated individuals looking to advance in their trade.

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled tradesperson looking to work with state-of-the-art machines, robotic automation systems, and a variety of complex components.

To be successful, you will have:
• At least 5 years’ experience in CNC Lathes or CNC Milling programming and set-up
• Experience operating DMG MORI, MORI SEIKI, OKUMA, or Doosan machines
• CAM programming experience (e.g. ONECNC, MasterCam, Delcam/PowerMill) – highly regarded but not essential
• Competence with 5-axis milling of complex parts or experience with Star Swiss – preferred
• Strong computer literacy and ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and documentation
• A passion for precision and a mindset geared towards innovation and continuous improvement

What’s on Offer
• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Wide variety of work using the latest in CNC and automation technology
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Supportive work environment in a stable and expanding company
If you’re looking for a career move that offers challenge, variety, and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your CNC machining career!

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.