Toolmaker (Workshop Machinist)

About Glacier Energy

Glacier Energy delivers cutting-edge solutions in the design, manufacture, inspection, and repair of critical infrastructure and process equipment, serving energy and industrial markets worldwide. The Mechanical Solutions division supports these sectors globally, specializing in mechanical products and services such as heat exchanger refurbishment, onsite machining, and joint integrity services. With expert in-house professionals, the company offers high-quality repair, maintenance, re-engineering, and customized mechanical solutions aimed at enhancing asset performance, prolonging asset lifespan, and ensuring safe, efficient operations. As Glacier Energy pivots towards a sustainable future, they are expanding their team to nurture skilled talent focused on supporting a net zero economy.

Role Overview

The Toolmaker (Workshop Machinist) is responsible for delivering precision machining and toolmaking services, manufacturing components to rigorous standards with tight tolerances. The role requires both independent and collaborative working styles, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, mentoring apprentices, and promoting a safe and efficient workplace aligned with the company’s values and practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate manual toolroom machines including Vertical Borers, Lathes, Milling Machines, and Surface Grinders proficiently.
• Maintain high standards of product quality throughout manufacturing processes.
• Interpret and work effectively from engineering drawings.
• Perform machining work with precision, adhering to tight tolerances and fine detail requirements.
• Work autonomously and take initiative in completing tasks.
• Ensure health, safety, and welfare protocols are observed for self and colleagues.
• Collaborate with team members to refine working practices continuously.
• Support apprentice development by providing training and competency guidance.
• Participate in meetings as required to report on progress and issues.
• Comply with all company policies including quality management, safety, environmental, and HR protocols.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified and time-served Toolmaker/Machinist with additional skills in Mechanical Fitting.
• Proven experience within the toolmaking or machine shop environment.
• Confident communicator capable of engaging across all business levels.
• Logical thinker with strong analytical capabilities.
• Efficient operator with meticulous attention to detail.
• Eager to learn from colleagues and share best practices.
• Thorough, determined, and focused on achieving results.

Company Values

• Ingenuity: Shares ideas to improve efficiency and cut costs, considering team productivity and service quality.
• Excellence: Reliable fulfillment of customer commitments with quality and punctuality to build trust and long-term relationships.
• Collaboration: Emphasizes safety-first culture through strong teamwork, creating a productive and supportive environment.
• Respect: Practices honest and respectful communication reflecting company values.
• Accountability: Personally responsible for adhering to safety procedures, contributing to a compliant and safe workplace.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Work schedule based on a 9-day fortnight, with occasional Fridays off subject to workload demands.
• Company pension contribution plan.
• Generous vacation allowance of 33 days annually.