Fortress Recruit is supporting a leading global engineering organisation with the recruitment of a Lead Offline CADCAM Programmer based in Portsmouth. This is a senior, hands on position leading a CNC programming team and taking responsibility for delivering accurate, efficient programmes to support a busy and technically demanding manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities will include: * Planning and allocating CNC programming work across the team * Creating offline CNC programmes for complex 5 axis mill turn machinery * Developing programmes for Mazak and other CNC equipment * Creating tooling and machine setup documentation * Improving programming processes and reducing programme creation times * Developing and maintaining CNC programming software and systems * Working closely with machinists to ensure programmes are practical and production ready * Supporting continuous improvement across the programming function * Supervising and mentoring junior programmers * Supporting skills development and cross training within the team * Ensuring quality, safety and delivery requirements are consistently achieved To be successful in this role, you will have: * 10 years' CNC programming experience within manufacturing * A strong machinist or apprentice trained background * Extensive offline CNC programming experience * Strong experience with 5 axis mill turn machining * Experience with Mazak machinery and Mazatrol programming * Proficiency with Edgecam, Mastercam or similar CAM software * Strong CAD skills, ideally Solid Edge or a similar system * Good knowledge of tooling, work holding and fixture requirements * Experience working with complex materials such as Inconel, Duplex or NAB would be advantageous * Knowledge of mill turn machining techniques * Vericut or other anti collision software experience would be beneficial * Knowledge of ISO programming would be advantageous * Experience of continuous improvement and Six Sigma principles * Strong communication, problem solving and team leadership skills * HNC/HND desirable, although relevant experience will be considered This is a senior technical role within a high precision manufacturing environment, offering the opportunity to lead a specialist programming team whilst remaining closely involved in complex CNC programming and continuous improvement. This is a full time, permanent position based onsite in Portsmouth, offering a salary up to £53K DoE, plus bonus and comprehensive benefits package. For a confidential conversation or to request a full job description, please get in touch with a copy of your up-to-date CV