Skilled Aircraft Fitter (Night Shifts)

European Foundation for Business Qualification (EFBQ); Chester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Airbus as an Aircraft Fitter at the esteemed Broughton site, where you will be involved in the assembly of wings for commercial aircraft. Candidates should have a completed aerospace or engineering apprenticeship. Responsibilities include fitting components and repairing materials, all within a dynamic team environment. This role promises essential work in a historic manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in aircraft fitting or similar manufacturing roles.
• Completed a relevant apprenticeship in aerospace or engineering.
• Ability to work in confined spaces or at heights.

Responsibilities

• Engage in assembly, general fittings, and component installations.
• Conduct repairs on metallic and composite materials.

Skills

Mechanical Fitting

Sheet Metal Worker

Automotive Technician

Maintenance Fitter/Electrician

Composite Repair Specialist

Education

Aerospace or Engineering full Apprenticeship

Job description

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

If you have experience in a similar manufacturing or engineering role, you are invited to join Airbus and undertake essential, 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 heights

Shift

• Nights: 20:45 to 06:00 (Monday to Thursday)

Who are we looking for?

We seek 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 wings for all Airbus' commercial aircraft, except the A220, supporting about 9,000 UK jobs. The site employs approximately 6,000 highly skilled personnel and has a proud aerospace manufacturing history spanning 80 years, producing classics like the Wellington, Lancaster, De Havilland Mosquito, and Comet.

Broughton is conveniently located near major road networks, including the A55 and M53. Nearby cities include:

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

Become part of Airbus' continued legacy. Apply today.