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Location: Western Approach, Bristol
Contract: 6-Month Ongoing
Shift Pattern: 7-Day Fortnight Days
Security Clearance: Baseline Security Clearance Required Prior to Start
Rates
- £24.52 per hour
- £28.75 per hour overtime in the week
- £38.33 overtime weekends
Overview
A stronger shift. Better rates. A programme with serious scale.
Morson Edge is recruiting Skilled Fitters to support a major aerospace manufacturing programme in Filton.
This is an opportunity to join one of the UK's largest aircraft structures programmes, working within a highly skilled production environment where precision, quality, and teamwork are at the centre of everything produced.
The move to a 7-day fortnight pattern provides an excellent balance between earning potential and time away from site, making this a particularly attractive opportunity for experienced aerospace fitters.
Shift Pattern
- All shifts: 07:00 - 18:45
- Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday
- Week 2: Thursday, Friday
- Paid for 11 hours 45 minutes per shift
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The Role
You will operate as a multi-skilled Aircraft Fitter carrying out structural assembly activities on metallic aircraft components within a wing assembly environment.
All successful candidates will complete a metallic structures trade test onsite covering drilling, riveting, countersinking, and bolting.
Key Responsibilities
- Percussion riveting
- Drill, ream, and countersink panels using Vanmar tooling
- Set structures within build jigs
- Deburr aircraft structures
- Fettle components using approved setting tools
- Carry out localised treatment touch-up on aluminium structures
- Operate CNC pillar drills (DONAU)
- Ensure right-first-time quality standards
- Complete work phase clearance through SAP
- Highlight non-conformances to the Process Team Leader
- Maintain high housekeeping and safety standards
Requirements
- Level 3 indentured apprenticeship in a relevant discipline OR
- NVQ Level 2 with 3-5 years Aerospace experience
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Experience
- Previous aircraft production or aerospace manufacturing experience
- Ability to work to standard operating procedures
- Comfortable working within small teams
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
- Strong communication skills
- Self-motivated and quality focused
Trade Test
Candidates will be required to attend a metallic structures trade test onsite covering:
- Drilling
- Riveting
- Countersinking
- Bolting
- The Setting
Benefits
- Large-scale aircraft structures programme
- Long-term contract opportunity
- Strong earning potential
- Established aerospace manufacturing environment
- Modern production facilities
- Professional and supportive team culture
A stronger rate.
A smarter shift.
A programme built for the long haul.
If you're an experienced Aerospace Fitter looking for a contract that offers both earning potential and stability, this is one to consider.
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