Location: Luton, UK
Salary: Competitive
Hours / Shift Pattern: 5 on / 4 off, 12-hour night shifts (19:00 – 07:00)
Contract: Permanent
Company Benefits:
* 7% employer contribution pension
* 3x life assurance
* Private healthcare & private dental
* Free eye tests & vouchers towards glasses
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Employee Referral Programme
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Buy & Sell Annual Leave
* Salary Sacrifice Scheme
* Electric Car Scheme (salary sacrifice)
* Enhanced Loyalty Leave
* Holiday Perks
About the Client:
We are recruiting for a leading UK MRO provider based in Luton, known for delivering high-quality aircraft maintenance and engineering services. They have a strong focus on safety, airworthiness, and employee development, offering excellent opportunities for skilled Sheet Metal Workers to grow and advance within a professional, supportive team environment.
About the Role:
We are seeking multiple Sheet Metal Workers to join our clients Line Maintenance team in Luton. Working under the guidance of the Certifying Engineer, you will support all aspects of aircraft maintenance. The role requires an in-depth understanding of the Structural Repair Manual (SRM) and the hand skills necessary to complete complex structural repairs on a variety of aircraft.
Role Overview:
Perform sheet metal work activities on fabricated parts, including drilling, deburring, filling insets, and general SMW tasks
Manufacture and fabricate aircraft SMW parts, panels, doors, and other components
Interpret customer specifications and technical drawings accurately
Complete maintenance, repairs, and fabrication tasks to the standard specified in technical data
Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with company MOE and MRO systems
Follow regulatory requirements (EASA Part 145, Part M, Part 66) and company H&S policies
Maintain high standards of airworthiness, quality, safety, and performance
Keep aircraft maintenance logbooks up to date and maintain SMW authorisation
Perform general housekeeping and ad hoc project work as required
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out sheet metal fabrication, repair, and installation tasks on aircraft components
Ensure compliance with technical data and regulatory standards
Maintain awareness of health & safety, human factors, and quality management requirements
Support certifying engineers and contribute to team performance
Education & Qualifications:
Recognised apprenticeship in aircraft industry or similar
Skills & Experience:
Proven aviation maintenance experience
Excellent SMW hand skills
Understanding of Part 145, H&S, and human factors
Ability to interpret technical publications and make fact-based decisions
Flexible, proactive, and able to deliver to tight deadlines
Working knowledge of Aircraft Maintenance Production Planning
High standard of English (written & oral) and computer literacy (Microsoft Office)
Forklift licence desirable
Working Conditions:
Based in a paint workshop environment
Additional Requirements:
Hold and maintain valid Company Aircraft SMW authorisation
Maintain audit-ready work area, equipment, and records
Comply with company and legal requirements related to aircraft maintenance
Argo Aviation International is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.
Argo Aviation International is committed to equal opportunities for all and will not discriminate based on an individual’s sex, race, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We are an inclusive employer and should you require any reasonable adjustments in order to complete any aspect of the recruitment process, please contact us