Nova Scotia Machine operator Jobs – 73 Openings This Week

Senior Machinist
Hercules SLR Inc. —Truro, NS
- $35–$37 an hour
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
- Mechanical knowledge
- Dental care
- Life insurance
Production Engineering Technologist – Numerical Control Data
Irving Shipbuilding —Halifax, NS
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Engineering
- Microsoft Office
Heavy Equipment Operator
Brycon Construction Limited —Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Driving
- In-person
- Dental care
- Life insurance
Quick apply
12d
Curb Machine Operator
Municipal Group of Companies —Bedford, NS
- Construction experience
6d
Joiner 1
ANDRITZ AG —Kentville, NS
- 12 hour shift
- Designated paid holidays
- Dental care
Texture and Cure Machine Operator
Municipal Group of Companies —Bedford, NS
- Construction experience
6d
Painter
Dutch Painting Services —Yarmouth, NS
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Power tools
- In-person
- Hand tools
Quick apply
3d
Industrial Spray Painters - HSL, Local 1
Irving Shipbuilding —Halifax, NS
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Construction experience
- AI
Laundry Attendant
Cabot Link at Inverness Limited Partnership —Inverness, NS
- Seasonal
- Hotel
- Hotel experience
- Employee assistance program
Quick apply
Aircraft Component Fabricator
IMP Group —Amherst, NS
- Immediate opening
- High school diploma or GED
- Manufacturing
- Tuition reimbursement
Red Seal Certified Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
Mersey Marine Limited —Liverpool, NS
- Overtime
- Schematics
- High school diploma or GED
- Hand tools
Quick apply
Spray Painter
Atlantex Creative Works —East Chezzetcook, NS
- $25–$30 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- English
- Power tools
- Profit sharing
- Dental care
Quick apply
6d
Bindery Assistant
Advocate Printing —Pictou, NS
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- No university degree
- Organizational skills
- Dental care
- Vision care
Quick apply
14d
Weaver
ANDRITZ AG —Kentville, NS
- 12 hour shift
- Designated paid holidays
- Dental care
Utility Operator II
Halifax Regional Municipality —Halifax, NS
- $28.67 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
1d
Technicien en finition/Peintre
AAA Canada —Lunenburg, NS
- Temporary
- Bilingual
- English
- Wellness program
Quick apply
MBK Operator
The Shaw Group —Lantz, NS
- Overtime
- Forklift
Quick apply
Concrete Foreman
Municipal Group of Companies —Amherst, NS
- No university degree
- Construction experience
- Leadership
Utility Operator II (Part-Time Backshift)
Halifax Regional Municipality —Halifax, NS
- $28.67 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
1d
Aircraft Refinisher
IMP Group —Halifax, NS
- Designated paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement

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Senior Machinist

Hercules SLR Inc. -
Truro, NS

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Job details

Permanent
$35–$37 an hour

Qualifications

Red Seal
Calipers
High school diploma or GED
Machining
Mechanical knowledge
CNC
Time management

Full job description

We are looking for a full time Senior Machinist in Truro, NS. Reporting to the Branch Manager. At Fundy Machining and Millwright Services, we’ve built a team of experienced machinists who take pride in their work, and we’re continuing to grow that team. We are looking for a full time Senior Machinist in Truro, NS, who will provide services both in our machine shop and on-site, using conventional machining equipment, CNC equipment, and portable machining gear.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:

Competitive hourly rate: $35–$37/hour
Consistent overtime available (optional)
Generous RPP matching program 5% (after one year)
Full benefits (medical, dental, LTD, life insurance) shared costs
Personal & Professional Development Opportunities
Stable, full-time employment
Free parking

Principle Responsibilities

Set up and operate CNC and/or manual machines (lathe, mill, etc.).
Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
Machine components to tight tolerances.
Maintain a safe and efficient workspace.
Work from blueprints, drawings, and real-world parts to produce high-quality components with precision and attention to detail.
Operate a range of manual machining equipment (lathes, mills, surface grinders, etc.) in a hands-on, skill-driven environment.
Use precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.) to ensure every part meets exact specifications.
Build, modify, and repair custom jigs and fixtures that support both shop and field operations.
Diagnose and solve mechanical challenges—this is a role for someone who enjoys figuring things out, not just running parts.
Perform preventative maintenance and equipment upkeep to keep operations running smoothly.
Support on-site machining work when required, bringing your skills directly to the field and seeing the impact of your work firsthand.
Eyes and Ears on the production floor for Shop Supervisor when needed.
Support Jr Shop members when needed, help develop their skills.
Be willing to travel out of province, when necessary, to meet customer needs on site.

Required knowledge and training

Experience as a machinist, CNC operator, or machining technician
Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude
Customer-focused and Production-oriented results.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Red Seal is required

The Hercules Group of Companies is a national leader in industrial lifting, rigging, material handling, and safety solutions, proudly supporting critical industries across Canada. With multiple business units and branch locations coast to coast, we deliver high-quality products, certified inspections, specialized training, and reliable field services to keep our customers safe and productive. Our teams work collaboratively, innovate constantly, and share a commitment to exceptional service. At Hercules, we invest in our people, promote from within, and provide opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.

As an employer, we focus on continually enhancing the skills and capabilities of our employees and pride ourselves for building and improving upon our cultures of safety and dedicated customer service.

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to pass a criminal background check; drivers abstract and reference checks as a condition of employment

Experience

Required

Machinist

Education

Preferred

High School Diploma or better

Skills

Required

Quality
Time Management
Adaptability
Safety

Behaviors

Preferred

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

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machine operator jobs in nova scotia

Senior Machinist

Production Engineering Technologist – Numerical Control Data

Heavy Equipment Operator

Curb Machine Operator

Joiner 1

Texture and Cure Machine Operator

Painter

Industrial Spray Painters - HSL, Local 1

Laundry Attendant

Aircraft Component Fabricator

Red Seal Certified Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

Spray Painter

Bindery Assistant

Weaver

Utility Operator II

Technicien en finition/Peintre

MBK Operator

Concrete Foreman

Utility Operator II (Part-Time Backshift)

Aircraft Refinisher

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