General Machinist

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General Machinist
Derby
Full Time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a number of General Machinists to join our team in Mainline Shafts (DSFT), within the Rotatives Supply Chain Unit based in Derby.

You will operate in a busy, world-class engineering and manufacturing environment and be responsible for delivering against weekly targets to meet customer requirements. Your role as a turning machine operator will involve working on some of the latest machining platforms in Rolls Royce producing various shaft components across all the major engine projects, your role will also involve working with cross functional teams to implement and sustain improvement activities within our manufacturing environment

Why join Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that champions belonging, creativity, and your professional growth.
Key Accountabilities:
* Work to Rolls-Royce Technical Instructions and program manuals to deliver consistent, high quality machining across a variety of different components and product families.
* Operate a variety of Inspection equipment, including machine probing, micrometres, plug gauges.
* The interpretation of manufacturing drawings, customer drawings and written specifications.
* The assessment of whether the quality of components produced within the facility meets the required standards.
* Work within a team to effectively resolve quality issues and ensure your work is being completed to plan.

Required Skills and Experience :
* NVQ Level 3 or time served engineering apprenticeship. Previous experience with aerospace components would be preferable
* Prior experience on 5 axis machine centres and/or Siemens controls would be preferable
* Clear and demonstrated understanding of drawing interpretation, calibration, dimensional and visual inspection.
* Looking for candidates who are pro-active and patient individuals that are capable of managing their time effectively.

Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is desirable but not essential

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Closing date: 20th July 2026

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.

Job Category

Factory Staff

Posting Date

14 Jul 2026; 00:07

Posting End Date

19 Jul 2026