Precision Machinist

We are seeking to appoint a Full Time Precision Machinist within the Department of Physics, which is one of the major centres for Physics teaching and research in Royal Holloway, University of London.

The main duties involve supporting the research of the department. You will machine, construct and develop a range of specialised equipment to support research projects in close collaboration with academics, research assistants and postgraduate students. A high degree of accuracy using the full range of workshop machines, skills and techniques is essential.

You will have excellent high precision mechanical workshop skills and be able to develop good team working relationships with the research groups. Good organisation skills, initiative and enthusiasm are important in this role.

We have a HURCO CNC milling machine and a Emco CNC Lathe within the workshop, as well as manual mills and lathes, we have a new HURCO 5 axis milling machine and Colchester Master Lathe coming to the workshop soon. A willingness to operate the CNC machines is important, full training will be given.

In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement

• Training and Development opportunities

• Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution

• Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing.

• Free parking

Informal enquires may be made to the Technical Operations Manager (Physics), Andy Alway.

The post is based in Egham, Surrey where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London.

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email available on our website.

Please quote reference: (Apply online only)-R2

Closing Date: 23:59, 16 June 2025

Interview Date: To be confirmed

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