OE Assembly Fitter
Shifts: Days, Lates, Nights & Weekends
Starting salary: £39,085, increasing to £41,240 after training + excellent shift premiums:
Bridging shift: 39.75%
Nights 38.50%
Weekend Shift (Night) 59.02%
Weekend Day Shift (Fifth shift) 48.70%Shape the Future of Aerospace at Safran
Are you ready to contribute to ambitious projects and create a positive impact in the aerospace industry?
At Safran, you'll work with the brightest minds and best technologies, building valuable experience and joining an innovative, supportive team.
We are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end: design, manufacturing, maintenance and repair.
Why Work at Safran? Your Wellbeing & Benefits:
Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of benefits
designed to support you-both in and out of work, including:
Competitive salary and annual bonus
25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
Flexible working options
Pension (matched up to 8%) and life assurance
Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring
Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers
Family-friendly and accessible workplace policiesJoin Us as an Assembly Fitter!
Bring your technical skills and precision to a role where quality and craftsmanship matter. You'll work on complex assemblies, interpreting engineering drawings and applying your expertise to deliver components that meet exacting standards. In a collaborative environment, you'll contribute to continuous improvement and help shape the future of aerospace manufacturing.
What you'll be doing:
Assemble components and complete production acceptance testing to strict specifications.
Interpret and work from technical drawings, specifications, and test instructions.
Apply 5S principles and continuous improvement practices to maintain high standards.
Perform turning and grinding operations, and design or make tooling when required.
Ensure compliance with FOD and COSHH requirements throughout all activitiesWhat you'll bring:
A full Level 3 engineering apprenticeship and proven fitting experience in aerospace or automotive (ESSENTIAL)
Strong understanding of specifications, procedures, and quality standards.
Ability to work flexibly and contribute to improvement initiatives.
Skilled in assembly techniques, with experience in turning and grinding; electrical knowledge is a plus.
Attention to detail and commitment to safety and compliance.
Join Us
Here, we craft excellence together.
We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion, and equality
Some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experiences relevant to the requirements of this role
We strive to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment. Let us know via recruitment.team. if you need support to showcase your talents or require any reasonable adjustments with your application