Skilled Aircraft Fitter (Night Shifts)

European Foundation for Business Qualification (EFBQ); Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Chester is seeking skilled Aircraft Fitters to assemble and repair aircraft wings. Experience in similar manufacturing or engineering roles and completion of an Aerospace or Engineering Apprenticeship are essential. The role involves engaging in assembly, conducting material repairs, and working at heights. Flexible shift options are available at the prestigious Broughton site, conveniently located near major road networks. Apply now to become part of this legacy.

Qualifications

• Completed an Aerospace or Engineering full Apprenticeship with relevant specialties.
• Experience in assembly, general fittings, and component installations.
• Ability to conduct repairs on metallic and composite materials.

Responsibilities

• Engage in assembly, general fittings, and component installations.
• Conduct repairs on metallic and composite materials.
• Occasionally work in confined spaces or at height.

Skills

Mechanical Fitting

Sheet Metal Worker

Shipwright

Automotive Technician

Maintenance Fitter/Electrician

Aero Jig Fitter

Toolmaker

Machinist

Fitter/Turner

Composite repair specialist

Heating/ventilation Technician (e.g. Gas Safe registered)

Education

Aerospace or Engineering full Apprenticeship

Job description

Join Guidant as we collaborate with the world's largest aircraft manufacturer, Airbus. We are in the search for skilled Aircraft Fitters to join Airbus' dynamic team, based at the prestigious Broughton site where you will be situated within the Wing Build Production section.

If you have experience in a similar manufacturing or engineering role, you are invited to join us at Airbus and embark on essential and challenging work, as aircraft wings are among the most technically intricate components of an aircraft.

About The Role

• Engage in assembly, general fittings, and component installations
• Conduct repairs on metallic and composite materials
• Occasionally work in confined spaces or at height

Flexible shift options

• Double Days: Week 1 - 06:00 to 13:10 pm, Week 2 - 13:30 pm to 20:40 pm (Mon to Fri)
• Nights: 20:45 pm to 06:00 am (Mon to Thurs)

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for individuals who have completed an Aerospace or Engineering full Apprenticeship including the following relevant specialties:

• Mechanical Fitting
• Sheet Metal Worker
• Shipwright
• Automotive Technician
• Maintenance Fitter/Electrician
• Aero Jig Fitter
• Toolmaker
• Machinist
• Fitter/Turner
• Composite repair specialist
• Heating/ventilation Technician (e.g. Gas Safe registered)

About Airbus

At Broughton, the site designs, tests, and manufactures the wings for all Airbus' commercial aircraft, except for the A220, directly sustaining about 9,000 UK jobs. Its home to a workforce of 6,000 Airbus highly skilled personnel, boasting a proud tradition of aerospace manufacturing dating back 80 years, having produced such aviation classics as the Wellington and Lancaster, and De Havilland's Mosquito and Comet.

Broughton Is Conveniently Located In Close Proximity To Major Road Networks, Specifically The A55 And M53. The Distances To The Surrounding Cities Are As Follows

Chester: 7 miles, Wrexham: 10 miles, Liverpool: 18 miles, Warrington: 22 miles

Become a part of Airbus' continued legacy and apply today.