Job summary
We are currently looking for a number of Aircraft Mechanical Fitters to perform aircraft maintenance tasks on the A400M fleet. These roles are permanent and based at their site in Brize Norton.
Key Skills Required
To be able to carry out aircraft maintenance tasks, NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent.
Job Description
Shifts
Shift pattern: 5 on, 5 off, 4 on, 4 off (Day shifts). 7am - 7pm
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out aircraft maintenance tasks as directed by their Hangar Foreman, SLE or LE, providing assistance to other staff (any trade) to ensure safe and effective working practices.
* Ensure you are booked to task and advise Hangar Foreman if additional time is required to complete a task.
* Carry out movement of heavy equipment, tooling, and spares around the site. This may involve the use of forklift (training will be provided).
* Assist with aircraft cleaning and maintain a clean working environment around the aircraft and facilities.
* Carry out servicing of aircraft toilets in maintenance.
* Contain any fuel and/or oil spillage.
* Assist with aircraft manoeuvring requirements.
* Ensure all waste products are separated and recycled as necessary.
* Ensure the scissor lifts are on charge at the end of their shift and battery servicing is carried out.
* Ensure all vehicles are clean and tidy and all fluid levels checked.
* Address and report any safety concerns immediately.
* Ensure equipment is maintained in a serviceable, clean, tidy, and safe condition, reporting faulty equipment immediately.
* Carry out additional team responsibilities or any other reasonable requests from your Hangar Foreman, SLE, LE, or Hangar Management Team.
* Recommend safety and efficiency improvements to the SLE.
* Carry out offsite support such as AOG, Line when required.
* Remain up to date with all Read & Sign notices.
Health and Safety
Understand operational safety and security responsibilities, including personal health and safety and that of others at work, including management responsibilities as per the H&S Manual.
Minimum Requirements
* More than 3 years aircraft experience (or in a comparable industry) or recognized aircraft apprenticeship with at least one year aircraft experience plus 12 months service.
* Competency Assessment completed at a satisfactory level.
* Ability to work effectively in a team and unsupervised when required.
* Good awareness of aviation safety and communication skills.
* Able to operate a powerset (GPU).
Desirable Skills
* Previous aircraft experience or experience in a comparable trade or industry.
* Experience working at an operational aerodrome.
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