Overview
Junior 5 – Axis CNC Operator Jobs in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Junior 5 – Axis CNC Operator
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Recruiter:
Greys Personnel
Job Ref:
PE001593/JL
Date posted:
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Location:
Cape Town, South Africa
Salary:
R12000
SUMMARY:
Job Title
Junior CNC Operator (5-Axis Woodworking)
Location: Paarden Eiland Cape Town
POSITION INFO:
To support CNC operations within a woodworking environment by assisting in the setup, operation, and basic programming of a 5-axis CNC machine, while gaining hands-on industry experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the operation of 5-axis CNC woodworking machinery
- Load materials and monitor machine processes
- Perform basic machine setup under supervision
- Read and interpret technical drawings
- Ensure finished products meet quality standards
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment
- Support senior operators and production team as required
Minimum Requirements
- Recent Engineering Graduate (Mechanical, Industrial or similar) OR
- Basic CNC exposure (advantageous but not essential)
- Understanding of technical drawings
- Willingness to learn and develop CNC skills
Advantageous Skills
- Exposure to 3-axis CNC machines
- Basic knowledge of CAD or drawing software
- Any CNC experience (woodwork or metal industry)
Competencies
- Strong willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Ability to follow instructions
- Good problem-solving skills
- Team player
Experience
- No experience required, but any CNC or technical exposure is beneficial
- Recent Engineering Graduate (advantageous)