Trainee Machinist

Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace MRO company in Greater London is seeking a Trainee Machinist to join their supportive team. You will assist in the overhaul and maintenance of aircraft landing gear components while developing machining skills under supervision. The ideal candidate has GCSE education, is fluent in English, and possesses a basic knowledge of machine shop practices. This role offers structured training and the chance to grow within the industry, ensuring adherence to high aerospace safety standards.

Qualifications

• GCSE level education or equivalent necessary.
• Fluent written and spoken English required.
• Basic experience in a machine shop is beneficial.
• Good organizational and communication skills expected.
• Team-oriented with a proactive attitude is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with machine setup, operation, and monitoring.
• Read technical drawings and take precise measurements.
• Support routine machine maintenance under supervision.

Skills

Fluent written and spoken English

Basic knowledge or experience in a machine shop

Good planning and organisational skills

Team-oriented with a positive attitude

Willingness to learn and develop technical skills

Education

GCSE level education or equivalent

Engineering qualification desirable

Tools

CNC or manual machine tools

Job description

As a Trainee Machinist, you’ll join a supportive Machine Shop team working on aircraft landing gear components in a highly regulated environment. This role offers structured training, practical experience, and exposure to precision machining, giving you the foundations to grow within the aerospace MRO industry.

Tasks

The Trainee Machinist will support the overhaul and maintenance of aircraft landing gear components while developing machining skills under supervision.

• You will assist with machine setup, operation, and monitoring, read technical drawings, take precise measurements, and support routine machine maintenance.
• Working closely with experienced machinists, engineers, and quality teams, you will contribute to safe, accurate, and efficient machining activities while maintaining high aerospace and health & safety standards.

Behind the scenes

Join our team of professionals in a dynamic working environment.

Located in west London close to Heathrow, we are conveniently situated on the new Central Elizabeth line, which connects east and west London by rail. With its prime location, why not apply today and help further build and become part of our highly successful brand in this challenging market.

Requirements

• GCSE level education or equivalent
• Fluent written and spoken English
• Engineering qualification desirable
• Basic knowledge or experience in a machine shop or engineering environment
• Awareness and understanding of PPE and safe working practices
• Exposure to CNC or manual machine tools advantageous
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills
• Good planning, organisational, and communication skills
• PC literate with ability to complete basic digital tasks
• Team-oriented with a positive and proactive attitude

Please note: All applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Candidates who do not meet this requirement will not be eligible for consideration for this position.

Company

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.