About the Company
We are seeking experienced Aircraft Painters to join our client working on commercial aircraft such as the Boeing 737. The successful candidates will be responsible for the preparation, masking, painting, and finishing of aircraft and components to high industry standards, ensuring compliance with all safety and quality requirements.
About the Role
We are seeking experienced Aircraft Painters to join our team working on commercial aircraft. The successful candidates will be responsible for the preparation, masking, painting, and finishing of aircraft and components to high industry standards, ensuring compliance with all safety and quality requirements.
Responsibilities
* Carry out surface preparation including sanding, stripping, cleaning, and masking.
* Apply primers, base coats, topcoats, and specialist finishes using approved materials and methods.
* Perform paint touch-ups and blending where required.
* Read and interpret job cards, paint specifications, and drawings.
* Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company, regulatory, and customer requirements.
* Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas to a clean and safe standard.
* Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures.
* Work effectively as part of a team to meet production targets and delivery schedules.
Qualifications
* Proven experience as an Aircraft Painter, ideally on commercial aircraft (e.g. B737, A320, B757).
* Strong understanding of aircraft painting techniques, materials, and finishes.
* Ability to interpret technical drawings and follow detailed instructions.
* Knowledge of paint systems such as AkzoNobel, PPG, or Mankiewicz.
* Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
* Must hold the right to work in the UK.
* Candidates should be available for shift work, including weekends if required.
Required Skills
* Proven experience as an Aircraft Painter, ideally on commercial aircraft (e.g. B737, A320, B757).
* Strong understanding of aircraft painting techniques, materials, and finishes.
* Ability to interpret technical drawings and follow detailed instructions.
* Knowledge of paint systems such as AkzoNobel, PPG, or Mankiewicz.
* Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
* Must hold the right to work in the UK.
* Candidates should be available for shift work, including weekends if required.
Preferred Skills
* Previous experience in an EASA Part-145 or MRO environment.
* Aircraft painting or surface finishing qualification/certification.
* Experience with both full resprays and livery changes.