via Reed · 27 August 2026 ·29 days ago

Toolmaker/Inspector

Advanced Resource Managers Limited
West London Contract GBP 68,503 – 68,503
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Toolmaker/Inspection Engineer Location: Lillie Bridge, London
Pay Rate: £35.13 per hour (Umbrella rate, Inside IR35)
Contract: 6 months rolling
Start Date: ASAP

The Role We are looking for a skilled Toolmaker/Inspection Engineer to join an expanding Calibration Department within Asset Performance Delivery (APD) with our rail client.

You will be responsible for inspecting, testing and calibrating tools and equipment to ensure accuracy, compliance and adherence to required engineering standards. The role will support both internal operational teams and external commercial customers.

Key Responsibilities • Calibrate, inspect and test tools and measuring equipment.

  • Verify measurements against required specifications and tolerances.

  • Maintain accurate calibration records and documentation.

  • Support internal teams with calibration requirements.

  • Provide calibration services to external customers.

  • Identify equipment requiring adjustment, repair or further investigation.

What We're Looking For • Experience in tool calibration or engineering measurement.
  • Background in toolmaking, machining, precision engineering or inspection.

  • Experience using precision measuring instruments and working to engineering tolerances.

  • Ability to interpret technical specifications and ensure equipment accuracy.

  • Experience within an engineering, manufacturing or maintenance environment.

Desirable • Calibration or metrology qualifications.
  • Experience within rail, manufacturing or engineering.

  • Inspection or quality assurance experience.

  • Apprenticeship in Toolmaking, Machining or Mechanical Engineering.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

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