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# Machinist – Skanska Cementation OU
About the Role
At Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we collaborate with customers, communities, and partners to help create a better society.
Located in Doncaster, our Cementation OU division is a trusted leader in piling and ground engineering. Specialising in everything from micro-piling to diaphragm wall solutions, we deliver innovative engineering for even the most complex challenges.
We’re now seeking a Machinist to manufacture, repair, or modify components to our high standards while upholding Skanska’s values and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Daily work planning: Progress your tasks from raw materials to final inspection and dispatch—flexibility may include occasional extra working hours where necessary.
- Efficiency & quality focus: Prioritise work to meet hourly targets and customer deadlines. Foster continuous improvement and encourage innovation.
- Compliance & safety: Maintain strict adhesion to health and safety standards and environmental awareness protocols.
- Technical execution: Manufacture, modify, or repair to exact specifications—whether based on technical drawings, samples, or written instructions.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to ensure smooth workflows, timelines, and quality standards while promptly escalating any issues.
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Requirements
Key Skills & Qualifications
- City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Turning & Milling.
- CNC programming experience in lathe and milling machines (familiarity with Fanuc or Hurco systems preferred).
- Engineering manufacturing experience, demonstrating practical knowledge of production environments.
- Abrasive wheel license and formal qualifications in manual handling and slinger/signer signalling.
- Strong teamworking skills, including the ability to mentor and encourage effective collaboration across teams.
- Commitment to upholding high quality and efficiency standards.
Benefits
Company Support
- Access to our 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family.
- Financial wellbeing and employee support programmes.
- Professional development opportunities to help advance your career.
Family & Flexibility
- Enhanced family benefits, including supported maternity, paternity, and special leave for dependants or parental bereavement.
- Flexible working arrangements available, with open discussions supported from the application stage (where applicable).
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Our Approach
Inclusion & Diversity We champion diversity, valuing differences as the key to fresh perspectives, innovation, and success. This is The Skanska Way—a collective commitment to collaborative, high-performing teams where everyone thrives.
Reasonable Adjustments
We want to make the recruitment process as inclusive as possible. If you need assistance with your application—whether technical accommodations or support in interview—please reach out to us at:
- Email: recruitment@skanska.co.uk
- Phone: 0330 105 2000 (Opt. 5 & 1)
Further Information
Apply early: This role will remain open until filled, but early applications are encouraged given potential changes to the closing date.
Join us
Your role will connect you to Skanska’s global team of 27,000, where collective problem-solving and tough thinking are the heart of our success. From professional support to fostering growth, we’re here every step of the way.
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