Skilled Machinist (Toolmaker)

We are AMS. We are a global total workforce solutions firm. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one of our service offerings; we act as an extension of our clients recruitment team and provide professional interim and temporary resources. Rolls Royce is a respected engineering organisation operating in many sectors including energy, aerospace, marine and defence. Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe & competitive solutions to meet our planet's vital power needs. A number of opportunities have arisen for Skilled Machinist (Toolmaker) roles within the Turbine Blade Facility (TBF) based in Derby on a 12-month contract. As a Skilled machinist (Toolmaker) at the TBF facility you will be responsible for making parts from Engineering drawings along with maintaining a range of tooling and fixtures within our fast-paced Turbine blade production facility. Key Accountabilities: Perform a range of routine and reactive, maintenance on tooling and fixtures across a broad range of manufacturing assets and production equipment to ensure that manufacturing equipment is safe, available and capable for use when required. Analyse equipment data to inform and implement the most effective approach towards repair, manufacture or modification in support of Key Performance Indicators for the Manufacturing Services Department as required. Work with site Manufacturing Engineers to help understand and implement tooling requirements and work alongside equipment, OEM engineers as required Utilise problem solving skills and abilities to make sound recommendations based on judgement, training and previous experience to identify, recommend and implement improvements Liaise with the onsite spares integrator to ensure spares inventory reflects operational demands with minimal inventory Key Skills, Qualifications: NVQ level 3 and relevant time served apprenticeship or equivalent experience and qualifications Experience in operating manual and CNC machines. Ability to use and understand hand gauges, inspection equipment and computerised measuring equipment. Ability to read and follow engineering drawings. Ability to use CAD/CAM PLM software to design parts and create technical drawings is preferable but not essential. Must be able to provide all certifications before interview. Additional Information Shift Pattern: 24/6 (8hr shifts) including some weekends Next Steps: If you are interested in applying for these Skilled Machinist (Toolmaker) positions and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course. Our client only operates with contractors that operate via a PAYE pay models for these positions. We are unable to accept applications from candidates wishing to operate under their own Limited Company. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business.

Location: Derby, East Midlands, GB

Posted Date: 7/11/2025