Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.
GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.
Join Us For Our Recruitment Open Day!
GKN Aerospace is hosting its first ever Recruitment Open Day at our largest UK manufacturing site in Filton. We specialise in the design and manufacture of large complex structural wing assemblies, detailed metallic components, and wing systems for both civil and military aircraft. As we rapidly expand, we are seeking talented individuals to join our team.
Date: Saturday 13th July 2024
Location: GKN Aerospace, Filton, Bristol, UK, BS34 9AU
Time Slots: 10am (Limited slots), 11am (Limited slots), 12pm, 1pm, 2pm
Who Are We?
We are a truly global business. Every day, we help aircraft fly further, faster, and greener. As the world’s leading tier one aerospace supplier of systems and components, we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, we generated sales of £3.35bn. Together as "One GKN," we are advancing our industry by developing technologies that rapidly decarbonise aircraft and innovating to build a new generation of planes with zero emissions. Sustainability is at the heart of our mission, driving us towards net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
Who Are We Looking For?
We are recruiting for a variety of roles, including:
1. Skilled/Semi-Skilled Aircraft Fitters
2. Skilled Welders/ Fabricators
3. Skilled Machinists
4. Allied Trade Re-skilling Programme (Minimum NVQ Level 2 in transferable skill)
5. PFD Operators
6. Team Leaders – Front Line Leaders
What To Expect On The Day
To attend the open day, please register your details. You will receive a confirmation email with your time slot. If you do not receive confirmation, please do not attend.
7. Upon arrival at reception, you will be greeted by a member of our leadership team.
8. Complete a health & safety induction prior to arrival to ensure everyone's safety.
9. Enjoy a guided tour of our facility, exploring three core areas on site.
10. Engage with our employees, from apprentices to senior leadership, many of whom started as apprentices themselves.
11. After the tour, enjoy a refreshing drink and a treat.
12. Take home some goodies as a reminder of your visit.
Career Discussions:
Meet with our Talent Acquisition Team and HR to discuss your application, career opportunities, and what GKN Aerospace can offer you.
Questions? Want to Know More?
We look forward to meeting you and discussing how you can be a part of our exciting future. See you there!
Please click the "Apply Now" button to register
We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?
A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working
Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.
We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.
We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.
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