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Toolmaker

Job in Glasgow, Glasgow City Area, G1, Scotland, UK
Listing for: TEXO Recruitment
Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-11-02
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Machine Operator, Fabrication, CNC Machinist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 21000 - 26000 GBP Yearly GBP 21000.00 26000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

JOB TYPE: Temp - Perm (3 month initial contract)

START DATE: ASAP

About the Role

TEXO Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Toolmaker / Workshop Machinist to provide short-term cover within an established engineering workshop in Glasgow.

The role will involve precision machining and toolmaking, working from engineering drawings and to tight tolerances.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate manual toolroom machinery including lathes, milling machines, vertical borers and surface grinders
  • Manufacture and modify components to engineering drawings
  • Work to tight tolerances and specifications
  • Carry out mechanical fitting and toolmaking duties
  • Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards are met
  • Work independently and use initiative
  • Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop
  • Follow company quality and health & safety procedures
Qualifications & Experience
  • Time-served Toolmaker / Machinist
  • Mechanical fitting experience
  • Previous toolmaking or machine shop experience
  • Strong knowledge of manual machining
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Experience working to tight tolerances
  • Ability to work independently
  • Engineering or industrial workshop experience
  • Experience with a range of manual machining equipment
  • Previous experience supporting apprentices
Skills & Attributes

We're looking for someone who:

  • Has strong attention to detail
  • Takes pride in producing high-quality work
  • Is practical and reliable
  • Can work independently and as part of a team
  • Takes a safety-first approach
  • Is available for short-term contract work
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