Fitter - Certified

GKN; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Bristol is seeking qualified fitters to ensure operational excellence in manufacturing large wing assemblies. The role includes training in industry-standard practices, ensuring compliance with quality procedures, and contributes to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Starting salary is £35,304, increasing upon certification, plus excellent benefits including a strong pension scheme and annual leave. Join a company focused on innovation and sustainability in aviation.

Benefits

Industry Leading Pension Scheme

175 hours annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance 8 x salary

Shopping discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Virtual GP Clinic

Qualifications

• Wide knowledge of hand and machine tools used in the aircraft industry.
• Previous manufacturing experience in an aircraft production environment is desirable.
• Ability to work to standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure parts are produced on a 'right first time' basis.
• Responsible for highlighting any non-conformance.
• Adhering to Health & Safety requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of hand and machine tools

Percussion riveting

Deburring of structures

CNC pillar drill operation

Fettling using approved setting tools

Education

Recognised indentured apprenticeship (level 3)

Tools

SAP

Vanmar tools

DONAU

Job description

Role Overview

It's great to know you're making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play you'll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers. At our GKN Filton site, we specialise in the design and manufacture of large complex structural wing assemblies, detailed metallic components and wing systems for a combination of both civil and military aircraft.

GKN Aerospace are searching qualified fitters to express an interest in working with GKN to operate as multi‑skilled, flexible workers to ensure maximum effectiveness and efficiency within our areas. We are anticipating further uptake in the coming months and will be in touch to any successful applicants. Successful applicants will have a wide knowledge of hand and machine tools used in the aircraft industry including:

• Precussion riveting
• Drill/Ream/Countersink in panels with Vanmar tools
• Setting structures in build jigs
• Deburring of structures
• Fettling using approved setting tools
• Treatment touch‑up in localised areas on aluminium
• Use of CNC pillar drills (DONAU)
• Part Marking + Identifying

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure parts are produced on a 'right first time' basis
• Ensure that any calibrated equipment used is within date
• Responsible for the timely clearance of work phases using the SAP system
• Responsible for highlighting any non‑conformance to the Process Team Leader
• Adhering to the requirements of the GKNAF Quality Procedures
• Accountable for Health & Safety requirements under Section 7 of the HASAWA 1974
• To hold first party inspection approval (M02 status is subject to obtaining A stamp approval) Must have a recognised indentured apprenticeship (level 3)
• Export Control understanding and regulatory requirements
• Ability to work to standard operating procedures

Desirable

• Previous manufacturing experience in an aircraft production environment
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and techniques to support GKNAF continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

Starting salary of £35,304 rising to £36,750 once fully certified (after around 3 months) + shift allowance where applicable (up to 33%) + Up to 4% Bonus

• Industry Leading Pension Scheme = we'll match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis (totalling up to 20% pension contribution)
• Life Assurance 8 x salary
• 175 hours annual leave + bank holidays
• Income protection
• Shopping discounts
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family

About GKN Aerospace

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we're inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We're proud to play a part in protecting the world's democracies. And we're committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Diversity & Inclusion

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we've created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It's a culture that won us 'The Best Workplace Culture Award'. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work. We're also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.