Tool Room Technician / Toolmaker
Salary: £30,000 + annual bonus
Location: Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm)
About the role
We're working with a well-established, forward-thinking manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality and innovation. They are looking for a skilled Tool Room Technician / Toolmaker to join their team and play a key part in maintaining and improving production tooling.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on engineering work, problem-solving, and being part of a collaborative, technically driven environment.
Key responsibilities
Maintain, repair, and service a wide range of production tools and equipment
Support the design and manufacture of new tools, jigs, and fixtures
Diagnose faults and carry out preventative maintenance to minimise downtime
Ensure all tooling complies with health & safety standards
Work closely with production teams to resolve tooling issues and improve performance
Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
Maintain accurate records of repairs, servicing, and calibration
Manage tooling inventory and spare parts
Contribute to continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives
What we're looking for
Proven experience in a tool room / toolmaking / precision engineering environment
NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Toolmaking, or similar
Strong practical skills in tool maintenance, repair, and fault-finding
Experience working with CNC machines, lathes, mills, and workshop equipment
Ability to read and work from technical drawings
Good understanding of workshop health & safety practices
A proactive, problem-solving mindset
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable:
City & Guilds, BTEC, or similar engineering qualifications
What's on offer
Annual bonus scheme
Life assurance (4x salary)
Health Cash Plan
Additional holiday for long service
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work scheme
Staff discount scheme
Free onsite parking
EV salary sacrifice scheme
Why apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing business where your technical skills will be valued, and you'll have the chance to contribute to ongoing improvements and innovation.
Apply now
If you're a skilled Toolmaker or Tool Room Technician looking for your next opportunity in the Birmingham area, we'd love to hear from you