Equipment Maintenance Technician
Posted 3 days ago by Carbon 60
Negotiable
Inside
Undetermined
Carterton, Oxfordshire, UK
Summary: The Equipment Maintenance Technician role is a contract position focused on maintaining survival and role-specific aircraft equipment within a leading defence aerospace organization. The technician will be responsible for servicing equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and supporting operational readiness in a high-tempo environment. This role requires British Nationals only and is classified as inside IR35. The contract is set to last until March 15, 2026, with a possibility of extension.
Key Responsibilities:
- Service chemical oxygen generators in line with OEM and regulatory standards
- Inspect, repack, and maintain life vests and survival equipment
- Input accurate data into maintenance systems and technical records
- Apply corrosion prevention compounds to relevant components
- Conduct daily servicing of Class 3 role equipment
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and procedural standards
- Support continuous improvement and maintain 6S workplace standards
Key Skills:
- Proven experience in servicing survival and/or role equipment
- Ability to interpret technical publications and follow regulated maintenance practices
- Competence in using digital tools and maintenance data systems
- High attention to detail and ability to work independently or within a team
Salary (Rate): £27.00 Hourly
City: Carterton
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Contract Role: Equipment Maintenance Technician
Nationality Requirement: British Nationals only
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Contract Duration: Until 15 March 2026 (with potential for extension)
Working Pattern: 35 hours per week, across 4.5 days (between 07:00-19:00, hours set at business discretion)
Rate:
- 27.00per hour (Umbrella)
- 20.18 per hour (PAYE)
Overview:
A leading defence aerospace organisation is seeking four skilled contractors to join its Role Equipment Bay team. These positions are critical to the maintenance and readiness of survival and role-specific aircraft equipment, supporting operational delivery in a high-tempo environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Service chemical oxygen generators in line with OEM and regulatory standards
- Inspect, repack, and maintain life vests and survival equipment
- Input accurate data into maintenance systems and technical records
- Apply corrosion prevention compounds to relevant components
- Conduct daily servicing of Class 3 role equipment
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and procedural standards
- Support continuous improvement and maintain 6S workplace standards
Essential Criteria:
- Proven experience in servicing survival and/or role equipment
- Ability to interpret technical publications and follow regulated maintenance practices
- Competence in using digital tools and maintenance data systems
- High attention to detail and ability to work independently or within a team
Desirable Experience:
- Background in defence aerospace or military MRO environments
- Familiarity with A400M or similar military transport platforms
- Understanding of human factors, FOD prevention, and tool control
- Data input experience
- Maintenance within the aerospace/aviation/defence sectors
Security Requirements:
- Must have the right to work in the UK
- Ability to obtain BPSS clearance
If you are interested please apply directly or for more information call Ellie at Carbon60 Fareham on (phone number removed).
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