Job Description
Plater
Starting salary - £30,461, increasing to £34,925 after completion of first stamp.
The Worlds Largest Aircraft
Maintained by you
As part of our MRO (Maintenance, repair and overhaul) team the Plater will play a vital role in repairing and maintaining landing gear used on commercial aircraft.
You'll have opportunities to learn and progress, with investment being made on site it's an exciting time to join our growing local team.
Looking after the people who make Safran great is a priority for us. We offer a range of benefits designed to support you, both in and outside of work.
•Time to unwind: Start with 25 days of holiday, plus UK Bank Holidays, and we offer options to buy or sell days to fit your needs.
•Sharing in our success: We believe in rewarding your contributions with an annual bonus and share scheme options.
•Planning for your future: We offer a generous pension scheme, with up to 8% matched contributions, and life assurance at 4x your salary.
•Making your work life easier: Enjoy onsite parking, including EV chargers, a subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage, and shower facilities.
•Flexibility that works for you: We offer a wide range of flexible benefits and working options (role dependant), enhanced maternity and family friendly benefits, because we know everyone's needs are different.
Who are Safran Landing Systems?
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.
We're at the forefront of aerospace technology, creating safer, more sustainable aviation for the next generation of aerospace. It's easy to take flying for granted, or forget the incredible amount of technical skills, capability and co-ordination required to create an aircraft. At Safran, we never take it for granted. Our people's talents and skills come together to make the feat of flying possible. Here, you can create an impact you're proud of, where you're rewarded for your dedication and willingness to learn.
What will I be doing?
• Electrical circuitry and Surface Finishing - Chromium, Nickel Cadmium and Zinc Nickel
• Prepare and mask up components during the pre-plating process
• Set up tooling, fixtures and assist in new tooling design as well as using a wide and varied range of precision measuring equipment
• Read component maintenance manuals, complex drawings and engineering layout information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to complete repairs of parts within specified dimensions and tolerances
• Diagnose vat, electrical or tooling malfunctions to determine need for adjustment or repairs
Complementary Description
What will I be doing?
• Electrical circuitry and Surface Finishing - Chromium, Nickel Cadmium and Zinc Nickel
• Prepare and mask up components during the pre-plating process
• Set up tooling, fixtures and assist in new tooling design
• Use a wide and varied range of precision measuring equipment
• Read component maintenance manuals, complex drawings and engineering layout information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to complete repairs of parts within specified dimensions and tolerances
• Diagnose vat, electrical or tooling malfunctions to determine need for adjustment or repairs
Job Requirements
What do I need to succeed in the role?
• An Engineering/Plating Apprenticeship or equivalent ideally gained in the aerospace or automotive sectors is preferred
• IMF Foundation / Technician Qualification or equivalent is preferred
• High attention to detail with strong quality awareness
• Good computer and mathematical skills
• Team working ethic
• An understanding of Lean Sigma disciplines and 5s principles
• Previous involvement in continuous improvement activities to reduce shop processing times and manufacturing hours
You will be required to work shift rotations comprising of Days, Lates, Nights and when required Weekends
At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.
We also know that 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 will consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements regardless of their age, identity or background.
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation please get in touch for an informal chat. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.
Please apply by uploading a CV, and if your experience matches what we're looking for, one of our recruitment team will give you a call.
Offers of employment will be subject to a relevant level of company security vetting, which may include a criminal record check
Join Safran and discover what we could achieve, together.
Company Information
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. Its expertise covers the entire life cycle of its products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair. The company has partnerships with more than 25 airframers in civil, regional, commercial and military transport, supporting more than 35,000 aircraft and making over 100,000 landings every day