Arden White
Aircraft Mechanical Fitter - Days or Nights
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Arden White Aviation & Aerospace Recruitment
Arden White Aviation & Aerospace Recruitment is working with a leading business jet organisation in Farnborough to recruit Aircraft Mechanical Fitters to join their growing aircraft maintenance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for aircraft maintenance professionals looking to develop their career within business aviation, working alongside experienced engineers and technicians on high-value business jets.
Day and night shift opportunities are available, with an enhanced shift allowance for night shifts.
Whether you're an experienced Aircraft Fitter or have recently completed an aviation apprenticeship and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As an Aircraft Mechanical Fitter, you will support the inspection, maintenance, repair and modification of aircraft systems and structures.
Working under the supervision of experienced certifying staff, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience within a professional aircraft maintenance environment while developing your technical skills and knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with aircraft inspections, maintenance, repairs and modifications.
- Support experienced engineers and certifying staff with aircraft maintenance activities.
- Complete maintenance paperwork, CMP cards, work orders and associated documentation.
- Assist with aircraft movements and ground operations when required.
- Ensure all work is completed in accordance with approved procedures and required quality standards.
- Correctly identify, tag and safely store aircraft components and customer equipment.
- Safely operate aircraft ground support equipment including external power units, hydraulic equipment and lifting platforms.
- Use material tracking systems to support parts requirements and record labour against work orders.
- Maintain clean, safe and organised aircraft, hangar and workshop areas.
- Follow 6S and Lean principles within the working environment.
- Correctly use, maintain and store company tools and equipment.
- Comply with all health, safety, quality and environmental procedures.
- Identify and report unsafe conditions where appropriate.
- Support aircraft certification and final-phase testing activities where required.
- Work closely with the wider maintenance team to ensure aircraft are maintained to the highest standards.
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About You
We're keen to speak with candidates who have:
- Completed an aviation or aircraft maintenance apprenticeship, or have relevant aircraft maintenance experience.
- Previous experience within an aviation, aerospace or engineering environment.
- Experience within a Part-145 organisation would be advantageous.
- A genuine interest in developing a career within business aviation.
- Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
- The ability to follow technical instructions and approved procedures.
- A strong commitment to safety and quality.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop.
- GCSE/GSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics, or equivalent.
This Could Suit You If You're a:
- Aircraft Fitter
- Mechanical Fitter
- Aircraft Mechanic
- Aircraft Maintenance Technician
- Aviation Technician
- Aerospace Technician
- Aircraft Maintenance Apprentice
- Aviation Apprentice
- Junior Aircraft Engineer
Shift Pattern
Day Shifts
Day shift opportunities are available for candidates who prefer a traditional working pattern.
Night Shifts
- 4 days on / 4 days off
- 19:00 – 07:00
- Enhanced night shift allowance
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The 4-on / 4-off pattern provides a strong work-life balance, with regular blocks of days off.
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to build your career within business aviation, working on high-value business jets in a professional and highly regulated maintenance environment.
You'll have the opportunity to:
- Develop your aircraft maintenance experience.
- Work alongside experienced aviation professionals.
- Gain exposure to business jet maintenance.
- Build your technical knowledge and skills.
- Develop your career within a leading aviation organisation.
- Choose between day and night shift opportunities.
- Benefit from an enhanced allowance for night working.
If you're an Aircraft Fitter, Mechanical Fitter, Aircraft Mechanic or aviation apprentice looking for your next opportunity in Farnborough, get in touch with Arden White Aviation & Aerospace Recruitment today.
Apply now or contact the Arden White Aviation & Aerospace team for more information.
If you feel you have the skills to succeed in this role, please click to apply.
About Arden White
Arden White specialises in technical engineering recruitment, and all job applications are managed by our team. We believe in the value of a personal touch, and we work hard to deliver a swift, professional, and friendly service for our clients and candidates. We are acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client for this vacancy, and whilst we are advertising the role, we are not the hiring company.
Due to the high volume of applications, we’re unable to respond to everyone individually. If you haven’t heard from us within 14 days, unfortunately you’ve not been unsuccessful on this occasion. However, please continue to monitor our website vacancies for more opportunities.
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