Sheet Metal Worker

Job Title: Airframe Technician
Location: St Athan
Employment Type: Permanent

Benefits:

• Competitive salary + shift pay
• Seasonal Shift (summer shutdown May – Sep)
• Enrolment in a Salary Exchange (sacrifice) programme
• Employer pension contributions
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Medical Insurance
• Employee life insurance
• Dental, Optician and Audiologist cashback scheme
• Employee Assistance programme
• Subsidised gym membership
• Recognition Scheme
• Employee referral bonus
• Free Will writing
• Store and entertainment discounts and vouchers
• Free parking on site    

About the Role

On behalf of our client, a leading UK independent MRO, specialising in Boeing and Airbus families, we are recruiting for Airframe Technicians to oversee and perform all maintenance activities, both scheduled and unscheduled.

Key Responsibilities

The Role:

• Perform aircraft maintenance in accordance with customer requirements and defined Lists of Work.
• Adhere to Company procedures and Human Factors principles, ensuring the use of correctly maintained, uniquely identified personal tools, Company tooling, and calibrated test equipment.
• Manage effective internal and external relationships with customers, team members, and support departments, while actively mentoring and developing colleagues.
• Ensure all maintenance documentation and forms are accurately completed and submitted before the end of the shift, in full compliance with MOE Part 2 and Company procedures.
• Promptly notify Engineers of any issues that may impact safety, productivity, or the progress of work.
• Accountability for safety & efficiency improvements with hanger maintenance and general tasks.
• Process and return any unused materials to Stores as soon as practicable, ensuring correct disposal procedures are followed at all times.
• Maintain proper storage, blanking, labelling, and protection of aircraft components and tooling in accordance with Company procedures.
• Uphold standard engineering practices related to workplace organisation, cleanliness, and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention.
• Identify and recommend improvements to working conditions, practices, and procedures to enhance safety, efficiency, and productivity.
• Assist with hangar facility maintenance and general operational tasks as required.
• Perform any other duties reasonably requested in support of business needs.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Apprenticeship (or equivalent) in aviation or mechanical engineering. 
• Good structural knowledge including ability to carry out structural repairs.
• Initial Human Factors, EWIS & Fuel Tank Safety.
• Demonstrates a broad skill-set in maintaining aircraft systems including rigging, component replacement, and modification embodiment.
• Ability to demonstrate a good understanding of aircraft system(s)
• Ability to communicate effectively – active listening and a good standard of verbal and written English skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word and Excel.

Why Work with JMC Aviation?

At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across [engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations]. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles — contract or permanent.

• Industry-leading compliance support
• Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
• Dedicated recruitment consultant
• Placements across the globe
• Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector

JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.

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