Paint Sprayer

Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services UK; London Borough of Hillingdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation sector is seeking a skilled Paint Sprayer to join their MRO team. The role involves applying protective coatings to aircraft landing gear components, ensuring compliance with industry standards and specifications. The ideal candidate should have experience in paint spraying, particularly in aerospace, and possess a strong attention to detail and safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Proven paint spraying experience in aerospace, automotive, or industrial sectors.
• Knowledge of surface preparation and aerospace paint specifications.
• Able to read technical drawings and process instructions.

Responsibilities

• Manage workload to meet schedules and priorities.
• Apply coatings per specifications and maintain spray equipment.
• Complete required documentation and support training of team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Health and safety awareness

Quality control

Education

GCSE-level education

Engineering or similar apprenticeship

Job description

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We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Paint Sprayer to join our MRO team specializing in aircraft landing gear. The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation and application of protective and decorative coatings on aircraft landing gear components in accordance with OEM specifications, aerospace standards, and internal procedures.

Tasks

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

• Effectively manage workload to meet schedules and priorities, adapting as needed
• Apply aerospace-grade sealants and paints per specifications and documentation
• Accurately mix compounds, ensuring proper ratios and quality
• Perform precise masking and surface prep before coating
• Operate and maintain spray equipment, booths, and curing ovens
• Monitor process parameters for optimal finish and efficiency
• Follow environmental and hazardous material handling procedures
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace per SHE regulations
• Complete all required documentation, including PER books
• Support training and mentoring of team members when qualified
  
  

Requirements

The ideal Candidate should meet the following requirements:

• Engineering or similar apprenticeship preferred; GCSE-level education minimum
• Proven paint spraying experience, ideally in aerospace, automotive, or industrial sectors
• Knowledge of surface prep, coating systems, and quality control
• Familiar with aerospace paint specs (e.g., chromate primer, polyurethane topcoat)
• Able to read technical drawings and process instructions
• Detail-oriented with good manual dexterity and coordination
• Strong communication, teamwork, and health & safety awareness
• Organised, punctual, quality-focused, and flexible
• Works :37.5 hrs/week, including shifts (06:00–14:00 / 13:55–21:55) and occasional weekend overtime
• Maintains a clean, 5S-compliant work area
  
  

Please note: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom at the time of application. This includes holding an appropriate and valid visa if required. Unfortunately, applications from individuals who do not meet this requirement cannot be considered.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation

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