Toolmaker

Company: A5 Recruitment
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Location: Atherton
Job Description:

Toolmaker / Fitter – Aerospace & Nuclear

Atherton, Greater Manchester | £18.00 per hour | Full-time

Job Type: Permanent (two vacancies)

Hours

Day shift: Monday – Thursday 07:30 – 16:00 | Friday 07:30 – 12:30

About the Company

Our client is an established advanced engineering group that has supplied the Aerospace industry for over 50 years, delivering right-first-time solutions from purpose-built facilities. They have a strong focus on developing their people, a friendly and supportive environment, and clear career progression.

The Role

Based at a bespoke engineering facility in Atherton, you’ll be responsible for the manufacture and assembly of Jigs & Fixtures for the Aerospace and Nuclear industries.

Main Duties

  • Manufacture and assembly of jigs and fixtures
  • Working from engineering drawings and setup instructions
  • Inspecting and measuring work using micrometers, calipers and other precision instruments
  • Maintaining cleanliness, organisation and safety within the toolroom
  • Occasional offsite work, both in the UK and overseas

What We’re Looking For

  • You must have the legal right to work in the UK
  • Familiar with toolroom machinery with a good understanding of engineering drawings
  • Competent with manual and digital measuring instruments
  • Assembly/fitting skills with good attention to detail (desirable)
  • Aerospace experience beneficial but not essential
  • All roles require pre-employment security screening checks, including referencing

What’s On Offer?

  • £18.00 per hour
  • 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
  • Benefits package with access to discounts from leading retailers
  • Purpose-built site with free parking
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Excellent career development opportunities
  • Early finish Friday (12:30)

Our client is committed to creating an inclusive environment where employees can reach their full potential, and welcomes applications from candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly groups currently under-represented in the sector.

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Posted: October 22nd, 2026