NOV Gqeberha is seeking a highly skilled Senior CNC Turner / CNC Programmer to join its precision engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for manufacturing, repair, setup, programming and optimization of complex precision-machined components, including Horizontal (HTL) and Vertical CNC Lathe (VTL) machining, onboard programming and CAD/CAM support.
Key Roles, Responsibilities & Accountabilities
- Manufacture and repair precision-machined components according to engineering drawings and specifications.
- Setup, operate and optimize Horizontal (HTL) and Vertical CNC Lathes (VTLs), CNC turning centers and conventional machine tools.
- Machine large diameter oilfield components and repair equipment to tight tolerances.
- Develop, edit and optimize CNC programs.
- Perform onboard programming, troubleshooting and process optimization.
- Support CAD/CAM programming and machining strategy development.
- Provide technical support and mentoring to machinists and apprentices.
- Maintain traceability, quality documentation, and compliance with NOV procedures.
- Support NCR, CAR and root cause investigations.
Qualifications & Experience
- Qualified Turner Machinist / Toolmaker or equivalent recognized trade qualification.
- Minimum 5 years CNC turning experience.
- Proven experience operating and programming Horizontal (HTL), Vertical CNC Lathes (VTLs).
- Strong experience with CNC setup, programming, and process optimization.
- Experience machining large diameter components and repair work.
- Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings.
CNC Control Experience
Essential: DynaPath, Fanuc, Siemens, Mazatrol / Mazak
Preferred Additional Skills
- CAD/CAM programming experience.
- Experience on CNC Milling (VMC / HBM) or Manual Milling machine equipment.
- Experience in Cold Rolling of Oil Field Threads.
- Experience machining BOP, Wellhead, Elevator and Rotary equipment.
- API, VAM, Grant Prideco or OCTG experience advantageous.