TOOL, JIG & DIE MAKERS

Network Contracting; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Contracting is seeking qualified Toolmakers with jig & die experience in Gauteng. You will work on toolmaking, moulds, jigs, fixtures, and CNC milling/turning, interpreting drawings to tight tolerances for automotive, plastics, and engineering sectors.

Trade Tested / Red Seal applicants with precision machining skills and a safety‑conscious approach are preferred. You will contribute to tooling improvements, repairs, and quality assurance while collaborating with a team.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in toolmaking or Red Seal
• Experience reading engineering drawings
• Experience with measuring and inspection equipment
• Strong precision machining skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a team

Skills

Toolmaking

Toolmaking qualification

Reading drawings

Precision machining

Measuring equipment

Quality mindset

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Independent worker

Education

Trade Tested / Red Seal

Tools

CNC milling

CNC turning

Conventional machining

Measuring equipment

Job description

• Qualified Tool, Jig & Die Makers
• Trade Tested / Red Seal Artisans
• Toolmakers
• Jig & Fixture Makers
• Die Makers
• Mould Makers with relevant toolmaking experience
• CNC Toolmakers
• Skilled artisans with experience in precision engineering and toolmaking
• Junior to Senior-level Toolmakers

TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE:

• Tool, jig and die manufacturing
• Press tools and dies
• Jigs, fixtures and gauges
• Moulds and tooling
• CNC milling and turning
• Conventional machining
• Grinding and precision machining
• Tool maintenance and repairs
• Tool modifications and improvements
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• CAD/CAM exposure
• Precision measuring equipment
• CNC programming
• Tool assembly, fitting and commissioning
• Fault-finding and troubleshooting

INDUSTRIES WE RECRUIT FOR:

• Automotive
• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Plastics
• Packaging
• FMCG
• Steel & Heavy Engineering
• Aerospace
• Mining & Minerals
• Industrial Equipment

WHAT WE LOOK FOR:

• Relevant Toolmaking / Tool, Jig & Die qualification
• Trade Tested / Red Seal Toolmaker
• Relevant manufacturing or engineering experience
• Strong precision machining skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Experience with measuring and inspection equipment
• Strong understanding of tooling and manufacturing processes
• Good mechanical and technical problem-solving ability
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Safety-conscious approach to work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team