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Aircraft Fitter

Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Carterton, Oxfordshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Job Title: Aircraft Fitter
 Job Type: Both Permanent and Contract roles available
 Location: Carterton

Working hours: Shift pattern: 5 on, 5 off, 4 on, 4 off (Day shifts) from 7am - 7pm

Due to the nature of the role, full Security Clearance (SC) is required before starting on site.

To be eligible, you must:
 * Hold or be willing and eligible to obtain SC
 * Be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship
 * Have lived and worked in the UK continuously for the past 5 years
 * Be a sole British national (UK EYES ONLY restriction)

Who We Are & What's on Offer

Our client, a leading organisation in the aerospace MRO sector, is currently seeking an A400M - Aircraft Maintenance Fitter for a permanent position.

You'll play a vital role in providing effective maintenance of the A400M fleet, adhering to Technical Documentation and Company Procedures.

Where You'll Make an Impact

As an Aircraft Maintenance Fitter - A400M, you'll carry out aircraft maintenance as directed, assist colleagues for safe, efficient work, provide offsite support when needed (e.g., AOG, line maintenance)

Key Responsibilities:

Documentation & Communication & Support: Accurately log maintenance tasks and promptly report any additional time requirements to the Hangar Foreman and complete additional tasks assigned by the Hangar Foreman, SLE, LE, or Management.
Equipment & Vehicle Handling: Safely move heavy equipment, tooling, and spares around site, operate forklifts (training provided), and maintain scissor lifts and AAGDS vehicles in a clean, tidy, and serviceable condition, reporting any faults immediately.
Aircraft & Workplace Cleanliness: Assist with aircraft cleaning, maintain a tidy work environment, service aircraft toilets during maintenance, and swiftly contain any fuel or oil spillages.
Ground Operations: Support safe aircraft manoeuvring as required.
Waste & Environmental Management: Ensure all waste is correctly sorted and recycled in accordance with company policies.
Safety & Compliance: Report safety concerns without delay, stay up to date with Health and Safety Read & Sign notices, and understand and uphold individual operational safety and security responsibilities.
Continuous Improvement: Proactively suggest safety and efficiency improvements to the SLE. 

The Essentials You'll Need

While previous experience in aircraft maintenance or a comparable trade, and work at an operational aerodrome, is desirable, it is not essential.

A minimum of an NVQ Level 3 in Aircraft Maintenance/Engineering is required
Experience in aircraft maintenance or a similar industry, or completion of a recognised aircraft apprenticeship with ability to operate a GPU.
Satisfactory completion of a Competency Assessment.
Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Strong aviation safety awareness and excellent communication skills. 

We don't just offer a job - we back it up with real rewards:

Strong compensation
Provision of necessary training
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Opportunities for career development within the aerospace sectorReady to launch your next mission?

If you are an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Fitter looking for a new opportunity within the aerospace industry, we encourage you to apply now and join our client's expert team

Before You Apply

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Bank details.
National Insurance number.
Date of birth.

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