Grinder

Lufthansa Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Join our MRO team as a Grinder, where your expertise in cylindrical and surface grinding helps ensure the safety and performance of critical aircraft components. You'll carry out high-precision grinding operations to tight tolerances, working with advanced machinery and following strict technical standards and company procedures.

If you take pride in accuracy and quality, we want to hear from you!

Tasks

The key responsibilities and duties of the Grinder include, but are not limited to:

• To operate all types of grinding machines to fine limits
• To be able to work unsupervised/ minimal supervision
• To be able to read and understand technical drawings
• To be able to work with cylindrical and surface grinding machines
• An awareness and understanding of responsibilities outlined in the Company’s environmental procedures
• You will be required to maintain Practical Experience Record (PER) book
• You may be required to train personnel with a specified area subject to your qualifications and experience
• All duties shall be undertaken in compliance with Safety and Environmental Regulations and Company Procedures

Requirements

The ideal Candidate should meet the following requirements:

• GCSE level or equivalent
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Extensive experience with internal and external grinding machines
• Cylindrical and surface grinding experience
• CNC grinding knowledge preferred

• Aerospace background preferred but not essential
• Self-motivated with strong analytical skills
• Effective communicator at all levels
• Good planning, organisation, and admin skills; PC literate
• Works well under pressure and makes sound decisions
• Eager to learn and share knowledge
• Strong team player focused on continuous improvement

Working Conditions

• Flexible with hours, including occasional weekend overtime
• Exposure to greases, oils, and manual handling
• Use of hand/power tools, overhead cranes, and complex machinery

Please apply only if you hold a valid, unrestricted UK work permit.

About Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services UK

Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services is part of the Lufthansa Technik Group - the world's leading provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul services as well as modifications to the civil aviation industry. With tailor-made maintenance programs and advanced repair techniques, we ensure the reliability and availability of our customers' aircraft fleets. We are independent of aircraft manufacturers and licensed internationally as a repair, manufacturing and development organization. With more than 26,000 employees and over 30 international subsidiaries, the Lufthansa Technik Group offers a full range of services in the fields of maintenance, overhaul, component support, engines, landing gears, VIP services, innovation and digital fleet solutions to around 800 customers worldwide. Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services is located in London and has over 300 employees. Our success is built on our people who are fundamental to our organization.