Aircraft Fitter

Airbus; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

260 hours paid holidays p/a

Overtime rates and shift allowances

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Life Assurance 2x Basic Salary

Pension with company match 5-8%

Job summary

Airbus Belfast Limited is seeking skilled operatives to join our production team in support of the A220 composite wing programme with a highly attractive salary and benefits package.

Applicants must have completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship or four years’ experience, with a Level 3 diploma in mechanical engineering, and be able to read and interpret engineering drawings. Flexibility to work shifts and overtime is required.

Qualifications

• Recognised engineering apprenticeship or four years’ experience in a skilled mechanical role with a Level 3 qualification.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and drawings schedules.
• Willingness to work a range of shifts and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Check kit parts against drawings and schedules to ensure compliance.
• Manufacture aerospace hardware to a high standard while maintaining a safe workplace.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and adhere to health and safety rules.
• Read engineering drawings and interpret requirements for production.

Education

Level 3 diploma in mechanical engineering (NVQ/SVQ/IMI/BTEC)

Level 3 diploma or NVQ/SVQ/IMI/BTEC in mechanical engineering

Tools

Read engineering drawings

Job description

Job Description:

RIGHT TO WORK: Candidates must possess unrestricted legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom on a permanent basis. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role; therefore, all applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work without the need for a visa or company sponsorship (e.g., British or Irish citizenship, Settled Status, or Indefinite Leave to Remain).

SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to BPSS and Export Control checks (including a criminal record check) Access NI Check in Northern Ireland.

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within UK.

LOCATION: Belfast.

TYPE: Full time.

What'S IN IT FOR YOU

Airbus Belfast Limited offers a generous package of benefits including:

• Holidays: 260 hours paid holiday p/a inc. public holidays
• Overtime: attractive rates and shift allowances
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Mental Health and Wellbeing support platform
• Life Assurance: 2x Basic Salary (whilst a member of the Pension Scheme)
• Pension: Airbus will match employee contributions between 5 - 8%

AIRBUS BELFAST

Our world is changing. And at Airbus, so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight (#ZEROe) to cleaning up space, sustainability is at the heart of our purpose. So what's your next change? To support extensive ramp‑up activity in our A220 composite wing programme, we are immediately seeking skilled operatives to expand our production team. This is an opportunity to join Airbus and develop your skills to a whole new level with a highly attractive salary and benefits package.

ABOUT YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

To be part of our success story, you’ll have: completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship as: Aircraft Maintenance Technician, Motor Mechanic, Sheet Metal Worker, Carpentry, Coach Builder, Coppersmith, Aircraft Technician, Mechanical & Maintenance Fitter, Panel Beater, Sheet Metal, Pattern Maker, Toolfitter, Car Body Operator, Boiler Maker, Machinist, Pipe Fitter, Diesel Fitter, Plumber, Vehicle Repair and Maintenance Welder, Fabricator or in a similar skilled trade where you have gained a Level 3 diploma Or four years’ experience in a skilled role in one of the afore mentioned disciplines with a Level 3 (NVQ, SVQ, IMI, BTEC) in any mechanical engineering discipline (not Electrical or Electronic) Aircraft-fitting experience is not essential as full training will be provided. After initial product training, your role will involve checking kit parts up to drawing schedules, manufacturing a range of aerospace hardware to a high standard and maintaining a safe and healthy working environment. You will also need to be able to read and interpret engineering drawings and be happy to work a range of shifts plus overtime, as required.

We employ people from all sections of the community and are committed to the appointment of the best candidate based upon the merit principle alone. In pursuit of our equal opportunities programme, we would particularly welcome more applications from Catholics and females, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.

How we can support you

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence. As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long‑term condition under the Equality Act 2010 and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To ‘opt in’, just select the option during your application submission and your application will be considered accordingly.

#SP_TRA #LI-AB1 This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company: Airbus Belfast Limited Employment Type: Permanent ------- Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Assembly & Integration

We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail].

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel‑efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

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