Master Locksmiths Association MLA

28/08/2026

🔐 MLA APPROVED COMPANY VACANCY | BENCH LOCKSMITH / SALES

An MLA Approved Company, established in 1971, is looking for a Bench Locksmith / Sales team member to join their busy business in Brixton, South London.

Working as part of a close-knit team, they are looking for someone who is well versed in:

🔑 Key cutting
🔑 Lock servicing and repairs
🔑 Engraving
🔑 Product knowledge and giving advice
🔑 Customer service

Experience with car key duplication would also be an advantage, but isn't essential.

📍 Brixton, SW2
💷 £25,000+ depending on experience

Benefits include:
• Uniform
• Pension
• 28 days' holiday including Bank Holidays

If you're an experienced bench locksmith looking for your next opportunity, this could be a great chance to join an established Approved Company.

Interested? Contact David
Email: [email protected]
Call: (0)20 8674 6657

27/08/2026

Northern Region Weekend – bookings now open!

📅 26–27 September 2026
📍 Mercure Chester Abbots Well Hotel, Chester

Join us for two days of practical sessions, industry updates and the chance to catch up with fellow MLA members.

- Access2: Pinning session
- JMA: Key cutting demonstration
- Insafe/Chubb: Product showcase

Plus more sessions to be announced.

Saturday evening three-course meal – £37pp

Accommodation:
Friday: £105 single | £115 twin
Saturday: £134 single | £144 twin

Why not make a weekend of it and enjoy some time in Chester while you're there?

👉 Book your attendance, accommodation and evening meal:
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24/08/2026

📅 SAVE THE DATE – MLA MIDLAND REGION IS BACK!

We’re delighted to announce the return of the MLA Midland Region Weekend Locksmith Event, taking place from Friday 16 – Sunday 18 October.

Join us for a practical weekend bringing locksmiths together for:

🔐 Locksmith training sessions
🎤 Industry presentations and demonstrations
🤝 Networking with fellow locksmiths
🍽️ Saturday evening meal

📍 Best Western The Derby Mickleover Hotel, DE3 0XX
🕐 Arrive: Friday 16 October from 1:00pm
🏁 Finish: Sunday 18 October at 12:30pm

Whether you’re looking to develop your skills, hear from the industry or simply catch up with others in the trade, it promises to be a great weekend.

Save the date here: https://www.addevent.com/event/md729bm3lc2s

Booking details will be confirmed soon!

23/08/2026

🔑 One thing to do before you go away: save a locksmith's number.

If you arrive home and can't get in, the last thing you want to be doing is searching for a locksmith when you're tired, stressed and just want to get through the door.

Take a minute before you travel to find your nearest MLA Approved Company and save their number in your phone.

Then, if you ever need a locksmith in a hurry, you already know who you're calling.

Find your local MLA Approved Locksmith at https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/

☀️ Summer Security | Quick Tip

22/08/2026

Going away this summer? Add these four things to your checklist.

You've packed the cases and checked the passports – but have you checked your home security?

We asked an Shane Hales of MLA Approved Company HalesLocks Ltd for some of the things he'd recommend thinking about before you leave, from smart security and keyboxes to your alarm and one easily forgotten check that could cause a big headache just before you travel.

Watch his four tips 👇

☀️ For more summer security advice:
https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/8-expert-tips-to-help-secure-your-home-this-summer/

Need more professional security advice? Find your nearest MLA Approved Company at https://www.locksmiths.co.uk/

☀️ Ask a Locksmith | Summer Security

21/08/2026

🔑 One for the locksmiths this weekend…

MLA Affiliate Partner Hickleys Key Programming event returns tomorrow, with product demos, supplier stands, deals and plenty more across the weekend.

If keys and key cutting are part of your day-to-day work, take a look at what's happening 👇

🔑 Hickleys Simply Keys returns this August
🔑 Takes place on Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd August

Expect:
🔑 Money saving deals and offers
🔑 New product demos
🔑 Partner suppliers
🔑 Games and giveaways

20/08/2026

🔎 Want more people to find your locksmith business online?

At our South Eastern Regional Meeting tonight, Outrank will be joining us to share practical advice on:

🔎 Improving your SEO
📈 Making better use of Google Ads
🤖 Using AI to support your business
💻 Strengthening your overall digital presence

If you're wondering why your competitors are appearing above you on Google — or simply want to improve how your business is found online — this session is for you.

Outrank work closely with businesses in the locksmith sector, so expect practical advice, relevant examples and plenty to take away.

📅 Tonight – Thursday 20 August
⏰ 7:30pm
📍 Premier Inn Manor Royal, Fleming Way, Crawley Business Quarter, Crawley, RH10 9DF

📧 Want to join us? Email Terry at [email protected] to let him know you’re attending.

We hope to see you there!

20/08/2026

🔐 VACANCY – LOCKSMITH | DARTFORD, KENT

Locks ‘n’ Tools Ltd have a full-time, permanent vacancy for an experienced locksmith, based at their shop in Dartford, Kent.
Established in 1993, Locks ‘n’ Tools is a small, family-run business with a solid reputation for service, ability and knowledge.

They are looking for an experienced locksmith with skills in:
🔑 Bench locksmith work
🔑 Key cutting
🔑 Lock opening, fitting and maintenance

Locks ‘n’ Tools also provides basic access control and some auto-locksmith work, so experience in these areas would be an advantage.
The successful applicant should be able to work both independently and as part of a team, and be polite and presentable when serving customers and working on-site at residential and commercial properties.

Requirements:
🚗 Full, clean UK driving licence
✓ Applicants will need to pass the required criminal record checks
Working hours:
🕗 8.00am–5.30pm, Monday to Thursday
🕗 8.00am–5pm, Friday
No weekends

What’s on offer:
• Good salary, dependent on experience
• 20 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Company van for business use
• No 24-hour call-out service
• Polo shirts / sweatshirts provided

Interested?
📩 Send your CV to [email protected]
📞 Or contact Jane on 01322 228893

Know an experienced locksmith who might be interested? Please share this vacancy with your network.