Alaris Antennas

Junior Machinist

Full Time Position position at Alaris Antennas
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Summary

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From its roots in 1990, Alaris Antennas has grown to become a substantial supplier of advanced Electronic Warfare (EW) antennas. For the global defence and security markets, Alaris Antennas’ mission is to deliver high quality antenna Solutions, on time, through technical and service excellence.

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South Africa
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Full Time Position

This position requires full-time presence at our Centurion, South Africa office.

We are looking for a powerhouse CNC Machinist, Setter, and Operator who treats machining like an art form and programming like a science. If you have a solid foundation (N2+), 3+ years of chips-flying experience, and speak fluent Mastercam, this is the precision role you’ve been waiting for. This isn't just a "button-pusher" job. In our shop, you’ll be the captain of your workstation, programming, setting, and running CNC lathes, conventional mills, and routers. You’ll have the exciting opportunity to partner with our engineering team on cutting-edge prototype builds, navigate complex technical blueprints, and act as the ultimate judge of quality control. If you are a self-motivated machinist who thrives on accuracy and wants to take ownership of a diverse workflow, we want you on our floor. Apply today and help us turn raw materials into engineering excellence!

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly skilled, technically strong CNC Machinist, Setter, and Operator who can bring precision engineering to life. This role requires an ambitious, self-motivated professional capable of operating independently to program, set, and run advanced machinery, while keeping a sharp eye on quality control and first-line inspections.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

  • Minimum (Essential): N2 Qualification with Mathematics.

  • Desired (Suggested): N6 / National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or relevant trade.

Experience & Core Expertise

  • Proven Track Record: Minimum of 3 years of experience as a qualified Machinist.

  • Hands-on Expertise: Deep practical experience in CNC programming, setting, and operating, alongside general machining and skilled hand work.

Software & Computer Literacy

  • Essential: Mastercam (Advanced/Intermediate), MS Excel (Basic), and MS Word (Basic).

  • Preferred: Microsoft Dynamics NAV.

  • Language: Fluent English proficiency.

Key Performance Areas (KPAs)

1. Operational Excellence — 95%

  • Router Management (30%): Successfully set up, program, and run routers.

  • CNC & Conventional Lathe (30%): Set up and expertly run CNC and conventional lathe machinery.

  • CNC & Milling (10%): Manage everyday CNC and milling work.

  • Engineering Support & Prototyping (10%): Collaborate closely with the engineering team to assist in prototype builds.

  • Quality Assurance & NCPRs (10%): Assist with Non-Conformance Product Reports (NCPRs), fault-finding, and first-line inspection of manufactured products.

  • Administration (5%): Perform and maintain accurate manufacturing and administrative records.

2. Ad Hoc Duties — 5%

  • Perform any other operational duties as required by management to support changing company requirements.

Technical Skills & Attributes

  • Blueprint Ready: Outstanding ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, diagrams, sketches, and technical documents.

  • Material Selection: Sharp technical intuition to evaluate and select the right materials for each job.

  • Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to easily give or take verbal instructions.

  • Mindset: Hardworking, organized, highly focused on quality, and driven by a strong mechanical aptitude.

Take note before applying

This position is based on-site at our Centurion office (in South Africa) and requires in-person attendance. Candidates should be prepared to work from this location, as remote or hybrid arrangements are not available at this stage.

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