Electroplating Technician

StandardAero; Perth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace maintenance company is seeking an Electroplating Technician to manage chemical processing of components. You will ensure high-quality standards while adhering to safety and environmental protocols, participate in process improvement initiatives, and maintain strict compliance with training and operational requirements.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of continuous process improvement tools and procedures.
• Training in non-conformance root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out chemical processing operations and various inspections.
• Perform testing and analyses adhering to authorized procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance standards.

Skills

Chemical processing

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Trainee Plater training

Institute of Metal Finishing Chemical Process Training

Job description

Job Description

The Electroplating Technician is responsible, through the Plating Shop & Surface Finish Manager to the Operations Manager, for:

• The chemical processing of aircraft components and their sub-assemblies to support maintenance across various platforms and programmes.
• Periodic, lot testing, and solution analyses as specified in customer requirements and detailed process instructions (DPIs).

Responsibilities

• Carry out chemical processing operations, including Nital Etch Inspection, using current authorized procedures and within their qualifications and competencies.
• Perform periodic, lot testing, and solution analyses adhering to authorized procedures.
• Contribute to team targets and goals.
• Comply with Tool Control Procedures as per relevant ABM procedures.
• Participate in team meetings and carry out ABC reviews.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Undertake cross-training to maintain flexibility and support team output.
• Perform work to the highest level of competence and support team members through training and mentoring.
• Ensure work areas are kept clean and debris-free.
• Maintain up-to-date continuation training and read/sign training packs.
• Adhere to Quality, Safety, Environmental Management Systems, and related business manuals.

Authorities

• Authorized to perform chemical processing, testing, and analyses for which they are competent, as recorded in their training records.
• Cat B Stamp Holders may self-certify and certify certain operations within their approval codes.
• Authorized to operate the Effluent Treatment Plant if trained and competent.

Job Requirements

Education and Training

• Trainee Plater training
• Institute of Metal Finishing Chemical Process Training
• Knowledge of continuous process improvement tools and procedures
• Training in non-conformance root cause analysis and corrective actions

Technical Skills

Must interpret work orders, standards, and DPIs relevant to chemical processing. Desirable: hold a Cat B Stamp with appropriate competencies and approval codes, and be capable of analyzing performance data related to chemical processing.

About Us

StandardAero has been raising the standard of aerospace maintenance since 1911. We offer industry-leading MRO services and solutions, fostering a culture of learning, growth, and excellence. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity, inviting all qualified candidates to join our welcoming and inclusive environment.