Toolmaker in Cheltenham

Location: Cheltenham, UK (On‑site)

Benefits: 27 days holiday plus Wellbeing day, Private Medical Insurance, Bonus scheme, Sharescheme, Enhanced pension plan, Life assurance, On‑site gym, Free on‑site parking, Salary sacrifice schemes for Technology and Electric Vehicles.

Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled and proactive Toolmaker to join our Toolroom team at Spirax Sarco. In this hands‑on role, you will be responsible for producing and maintaining tooling and ancillary equipment used in the manufacture, assembly, and testing of our product range. You’ll play a key part in ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently, supporting both local and international manufacturing needs.

Your Objectives And Responsibilities Will Focus On:

• Manufacturing and maintaining tooling and equipment for Spirax Sarco operations globally.
• Supporting the Toolroom Team Leader in planning and delivering tool orders, including breakdowns and planned maintenance.
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety regulations at all times.
• Collaborating with Operations and Process Engineering teams to resolve manufacturing, maintenance, and quality issues.
• Providing feedback on tooling design and suggesting improvements.
• Maintaining high standards of quality and ensuring equipment is fit for purpose.
• Supervising apprentices and supporting departmental KPIs and strategic goals.
• Actively contributing to projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Your Previous Experience Is Likely To Include:

• Proven experience in tool and fixture manufacture, including press tools.
• A multiskilled mechanical apprenticeship, qualified to a minimum ONC or equivalent NVQ.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing engineering principles.
• Experience in a production environment and familiarity with CNC and conventional manufacturing methods.
• Utilising basic computer skills.

To be Successful in this Role You Will:

• Demonstrate Company Core Values at all times.
• Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and a proactive, flexible approach.
• Be capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Show strong organisational and time management skills.
• Be committed to learning and development, with the ability to follow instructions and uphold quality standards.
• Possess good problem‑solving skills and the ability to train others.
• Understand and apply safe Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) practices.

About Spirax Sarco: The Steam Thermal Solutions business is one of three businesses within Spirax Group. Spirax Sarco and Gestra are our two brands that form Steam Thermal Solutions and are global leaders in the supply of engineered solutions for the design, provision and maintenance of efficient industrial and commercial steam systems. Our Purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world.

Benefits: You will receive a competitive salary (and a discretionary bonus), flexible working and excellent benefits including 27 days holiday allowance (before bank holidays), 3 days’ paid volunteering leave, comprehensive private healthcare, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, optional participation in a Share Ownership Plan, free onsite parking, flexible benefits, and access to a personal discounts’ portal.

We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to apply using this scheme, please select the option in our application form or notify our recruitment partners.