Skilled Fitter - Military

Summary: As a Skilled Operator in the Military department, you will be integral to a team focused on the strip, repair, and assembly of aircraft structures and components. This role demands collaboration with specialists to meet production goals while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records and promoting a safe working environment. The position requires a high level of technical skill and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote a safe workplace by adhering to EHS policies and reporting incidents.
• Maintain accurate time and attendance records and job costings.
• Ensure a clean and organized workstation, adhering to a clear desk policy.
• Comply with quality standards and processes to minimize wastage.
• Support cost reduction efforts and continuously update necessary knowledge and training.
• Engage in team meetings, mentor trainees, and be open to cross-training.
• Hold and maintain necessary Approved Operator (AO) stamps for relevant operations.
• Read and interpret technical documentation and engineering data.
• Work independently under minimal supervision to complete tasks efficiently.
• Accurately complete work route cards for component traceability.
• Perform close tolerance hand fitting, precision drilling, and assembly techniques.
• Conduct alignment, rigging, pressure, and functional testing of aircraft control systems.

Key Skills:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering or Manufacturing.
• Strong numeracy, literacy, and IT skills.
• Good planning and problem-solving capabilities.
• Working knowledge of 5S and lean principles.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proven experience in a team culture.
• Physical capability to perform manual lifting tasks.
• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance required.

Salary (Rate): £37.50

City: Southampton

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other