Manual Machinist, Automotive

Manual Machinist, Automotive

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Repair and produce automotive parts using manual machines with precision.
  • Company: Join Tuthill, a family-owned leader in motorsport and automotive excellence.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, guaranteed Christmas time off, on-site gym, and fun team events.
  • Other info: Enjoy a modern workplace and opportunities for career growth.
  • Why this job: Be part of a passionate team creating world-class vehicles in a supportive environment.
  • Qualifications: 5 years of manual machining experience; automotive/motorsport background preferred.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

  • Manual Machinist, Automotive
  • About

Us: Tuthill is a family-owned business with over 50 years of success in the motorsport and automotive industry.

Based in Oxfordshire, we are globally recognised for our high-performance vehicles and historic Porsche builds.

Our team takes pride in restoring and building bespoke road, race, and rally cars, with all aspects of the process completed in-house.

With a rich legacy of innovation, integrity, and competitive success, we are committed to delivering excellence while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment for our employees.

About the

Role: We are seeking a motivated and responsible Manual Machinist to join our team.

As part of the team, you will play a key role in repairing or producing parts, using manual equipment with precise measurements.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is organised, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll be working in our state-of-the-art facility alongside a friendly, supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensuring the appropriate machines are chosen for each job
  • Ensuring the machines are monitored at all times
  • All types of cylinder head works including, but not limited to, Valve guide removal / fitting, Valve seat removal / fitting, Cutting valve seats, Cylinder head skimming
  • Responsible for identifying any issues with the machines
  • Repair minor damages as and when required
  • Planning the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job
  • Taking measurements and mark material for cutting or shaping
  • Operating and maintaining lathe and milling machines
  • Identifying and using the correct material for each job
  • Record keeping for all completed jobs
  • Perform routine machine maintenance
  • Comply with and role model health and safety principles and processes at all times

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum of 5 years experience operating manual machines
  • Previous Automotive / Motorsport experience would be desirable
  • Able to read and manufacture parts from drawings
  • Ability to use precision tools (e. g. Micrometres) to take accurate measurements
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise own workload and manage conflicting priorities
  • Positive and proactive approach
  • Self-motivated and uses own initiative

Key Competencies

  • Energetic, proactive, calm under pressure, highly personable with a mature personality
  • Strong Team-worker with the ability to thrive in a small, closely-knit, and dedicated team
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships
  • Flexibility – being prepared to work longer hours when occasionally required
  • Self-motivated and with the ability to work unsupervised

What We Offer

  • The chance to work in a highly respected, family-owned business
  • A modern, well-equipped workplace in Oxfordshire
  • A collaborative and welcoming team environment
  • The opportunity to contribute to world-class road, rally and race car projects
  • A competitive salary
  • Guaranteed time off over Christmas
  • An on-site gym
  • Free parking
  • After work team activities
  • Staff events
  • Fish and Chip Fridays
  • Looking After Me, wellbeing support.

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic individual looking to grow your career with a company that cares about its people, we would love to hear from you!

Manual Machinist, Automotive employer: Tuthill

Tuthill is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work in a family-owned business renowned for its excellence in the motorsport and automotive industry. Located in Oxfordshire, employees benefit from a modern workplace, a supportive team culture, and numerous perks such as guaranteed time off over Christmas, an on-site gym, and engaging staff events. With a strong commitment to employee growth and wellbeing, Tuthill fosters an environment where passionate individuals can thrive and contribute to world-class automotive projects.

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Contact Details:

Tuthill Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Manual Machinist, Automotive

Manual Machining
Precision Measurement
Lathe Operation
Milling Machine Operation
Cylinder Head Repair
Valve Guide Removal/Fitting
Valve Seat Cutting