Timber Frame Machine Operator in Hereford

Location: Hereford, HR4 7PU

Salary: Competitive, DOE + Excellent Benefits!

Contract: Full time, Permanent

Benefits: 25 Days Holiday pro rata, Profit Share & Group Income Protection after initial probation period, Training Budget for All, Opportunities for career progression across various departments, including marketing, project management, design, R&D, architecture, and sales. Also, Summer and Christmas Parties and much, much more!

Join Oakwrights - Engineer the Future of Timber Construction

Are you passionate about working with wood and want to be part of a team that brings timber buildings to life? We’re looking for someone who gets a kick out of working with natural materials, someone who appreciates the grain of the wood as much as the precision of the cut. In our busy Timber Frame workshop, you’ll be part of a team that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and the beauty of building with timber.

Why Oakwrights:

• Be part of a supportive, positive team that values respect and collaboration.
• Enjoy long-term job stability with room to grow and develop your skills.
• Work in a clean, organised environment where precision and technical expertise are central.
• Take pride in creating beautiful, sustainable homes for cutting-edge architectural projects.
• Enjoy a stable, long-term role with growth opportunities across departments where innovative design and engineering are valued.

Our Values: Team, Commitment, Respect, Positivity, Trust, Proactivity and Vision. We’re looking for people who share these values, those who are reliable, proactive, and take pride in their work.

About the Role - Timber Frame Machine Operator:

Join our production team to program, set up, and operate our advanced Hundegger CNC machines, ensuring the precise fabrication of bespoke timber components that form the framework of our timber frame buildings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program, set up, and operate CNC machinery to produce timber components to exact specifications.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and CAD files with accuracy.
• Perform regular quality control assessments to maintain our high production standards.
• Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshoot CNC equipment as needed.
• Maintain accurate production records and communicate any deviations or issues.
• Collaborate with design and assembly teams to optimise production processes.
• Ensure a clean, organised, and safe working environment while adhering to safety protocols.

What We’re Looking For:

• Skilled in reading technical drawings and using CAD files.
• Ability to perform maintenance and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Ensure timber is handled and processed with care and accuracy.
• Someone who enjoys working with timber, whether from a workshop, carpentry, or timber framing background.
• Experience with CNC machines is helpful, but training is provided for the right person.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working both independently and in a team.
• Physically fit, well-organised, positive attitude with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

We are looking for candidates who value long-term stability, are reliable, well-organised, settled, and eager to contribute to a supportive work environment. If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role then apply today!