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Working with us means joining a practical team that supports machine shops across Gqeberha and nationwide. If you have a technical mind, steady work habits, and respect for precision, we would like to hear from you.

Careers

What working here looks like

Tooling is based in Struandale, Gqeberha and supports customers in Markman, Coega, Kariega, Despatch and the Port Elizabeth CBD, with service reaching machine shops across South Africa. Our work covers CNC tooling, 3D printing, scanning, inspection and workshop support, so the pace is hands-on and varied. People who do well here are organised, communicate clearly, and can keep to tight tolerances without cutting corners.

We value proper follow-through, neat paperwork, safe working practices and a practical approach to solving shop-floor problems. Some days are quiet and focused, other days mean coordinating collections, checking runout, or helping a customer get back into production after an unplanned stop.

Roles we hire for

We do not look for one type of person only. Depending on the team need, we may hire for sales, applications, service, support and specialised technical roles. Experience in machining, metrology, additive manufacturing or workshop coordination is useful, but attitude and reliability matter just as much.

  • Sales and customer support in machining and tooling
  • Applications and technical advice for CNC users
  • Service coordination, collections and delivery planning
  • 3D printing and scanner support
  • Workshop work such as inspection, cleaning and basic setup assistance

Skills that help you fit in

We work with tooling, holders, collets, workholding, presetting, scanning and printer support, so it helps if you understand how precision equipment behaves in real workshops. A calm approach under pressure is important, especially when a customer has an urgent job or load-shedding has interrupted production.

  • Good numeracy and attention to detail
  • Clear written and verbal communication
  • Willingness to learn different machines and processes
  • Basic computer confidence for quoting and admin
  • Respect for safety, measurements and deadlines

How to send your CV

Send your CV through our contact form with the subject line Careers. Add a short note telling us what kind of work you are looking for, where you are based, and any relevant experience. If you have workshop certificates, technical training or a portfolio of projects, include that too.

If you are applying for a technical or customer-facing role, mention which machines, systems or services you know best. That helps us match your experience to current needs and contact you if a suitable role opens up.

What we look for in applications

We prefer applications that are straightforward and complete. Tell us where you have worked, what your responsibilities were and which parts of the job you handled yourself. If you have experience with holder cleaning, runout checks, chuck jaw machining, vise alignment, scanner calibration or printer maintenance, say so clearly.

  • Up-to-date CV with contact details
  • Short cover note in the email body
  • Copies of relevant certificates if available
  • Notice period or when you can start

A workplace built around service

Our customers rely on us for practical support, whether they need tool inspection, presetting, collection and delivery, or advice that keeps production moving. That means the team must be dependable, respectful and ready to work with local manufacturing realities, including humidity, power interruptions and the pressure of municipal or plant schedules.

If you want to build a career in a business that serves real workshops and values precision, send through your CV. We keep details on file and contact candidates when a suitable position becomes available.

Questions we get asked

What kind of experience helps when applying?

Experience in machining, tooling, sales support, inspection, service coordination or 3D printing is useful, but strong work ethic and reliability matter just as much.

Do you accept speculative applications?

Yes. Send your CV through our contact form and note the type of role you are interested in, together with your location and experience.

Where is Tooling based?

Tooling is based in Struandale, Gqeberha and serves customers in surrounding areas as well as machine shops nationwide.

Planning something? Send the team a message.

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