- Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, or dial indicators.
- Study blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies.
- Set up and operate conventional or
Toolmaker | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Toolmakers make the precision tools that are used in manufacturing to create products and parts.
Toolmakers typically work around 44 to 46 hours per week.
As a Toolmaker you will typically work between 8am and 6pm.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 33,517 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Toolmaker
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34,012 GBP
Average salary for part-time Toolmaker
Average salary for full-time Toolmaker
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21,309 GBP
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21,309 GBP
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33,517 GBP
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34,012 GBP
Salary over time for Toolmaker
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27,521 GBP
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27,535 GBP
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29,548 GBP
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30,747 GBP
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32,670 GBP
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31,727 GBP
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33,517 GBP
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34,471 GBP
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36,362 GBP
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Future outlook for Toolmakers
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8 000+ jobs available
Very good outlook
4% yearly wage growth (on average) 
Balanced outlook
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Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Toolmaker and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Toolmaker.
Operation and Control Controlling operations of equipment or systems
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Operation Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
Quality Control Analysis Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
What technical skills do I need?
Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Toolmaker. Check that you know:
Things to highlight for your Toolmaker interview
Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Analytical Thinking Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems. Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
