Junior 5 - Axis CNC Operator

Greys Recruitment • Paarden Eiland, Western Cape • Posted June 14, 2026

About the Role

Job Title


Junior CNC Operator (5-Axis Woodworking)
Location: Paarden Eiland Cape Town

The ideal candidate for this junior CNC operator role will be technically minded, eager to learn, and capable of working in a fast-paced furniture manufacturing environment. A qualification or background in Mechanical Engineering, CNC machining, woodworking, or a related technical field will be highly advantageous.

Experience or exposure to 5-axis CNC machinery, furniture manufacturing, shopfitting, cabinetry, or timber production would be beneficial, although training will be provided to candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn.

The role involves handling large timber components and operating industrial machinery, therefore candidates should be physically fit and comfortable performing manual handling tasks within a production environment.

Main purpose of this role is to support CNC...