Experienced Toolmaker – Full‑time, Hastings

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Toolmaker to join a growing manufacturing team in Hastings. The role involves delivering high‑precision toolmaking, repair and maintenance services to support production while adhering to strict quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Provide toolmaking, repair and maintenance services for manufacturing operations.
• Manufacture finished components to predetermined specifications and tolerances.
• Carry out repairs and routine maintenance on existing tooling.
• Read, interpret and work accurately from technical drawings and specifications.
• Ensure all tooling is completed within agreed deadlines and quality standards.
• Support the wider team to meet manufacturing objectives and maintain a safe working environment.

Required profile

• Relevant Mechanical or Production Engineering qualification.
• Minimum three years’ experience as a Toolmaker in a busy tool shop.
• Proven ability to work to tight production deadlines.
• Commitment to safe working practices.
• Reliable commute to St Leonards‑on‑Sea.

Required skills

• Toolmaking
• Mechanical engineering
• Production engineering
• Technical drawing interpretation

What we offer

• Up to £43,700 per annum.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and birthday off.
• Company pension with employer contributions up to 10%.
• BUPA private medical insurance.
• Discretionary bonus scheme and additional leave benefits.
• On‑site canteen, free parking and a health & wellbeing programme.