Sheet Metal Worker

Sheet Metal Worker (SMW) / Workshop Technician is required for a permanent role at an Aircraft Maintenance facility at Bournemouth Airport. This is a permanent role with a salary of up to £39,000 per annum, plus benefits such as a generous company pension scheme. The role is to fabricate Precision Sheet Metal components, using SMW bending and fitting techniques. And Assemble Aircraft components in line with drawings / specifications, using various assembly methods including riveting and bolting. Plus completing documentation as required, recording the work carried out. Candidates must have previous sheet metal fabrication and precision mechanical fitting experience – essential. And must be able to reading engineering drawings, and use manual inspection equipment such as verniers and micrometers – essential. Ideally candidates will have an Engineering Apprenticeship, or HM Forces equivalent, or a formal Mechanical Engineering qualification such as BTEC Level 3 – desirable. Previous experience as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician is desirable, but not essential