Safety Equipment Fitter
£££ Competitive
Permanent, Full Time: 08:00 – 16:30 Mon to Thurs 15:30 finish on Fridays
Benefits:
* Competitive Salary (sorry, our client does not want us to advertise this, but we’ll tell you as soon as you call/email for further info)
* Great place to work
* 2 x standard contributory pension
* Good career progression
* Free Parking
About the Role
A well-established aerospace maintenance and repair company with decades of experience is looking for a Safety Equipment Fitter to join their team. Known for delivering high-quality services to a range of aviation clients, the company specialises in maintaining critical safety equipment and various aircraft components.
Job Purpose
The Safety Equipment Fitter will be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing faults, repairing, and reassembling inflatable safety equipment, such as emergency slides and life rafts, and ensuring compliance with technical guidelines and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Disassemble, inspect, diagnose, and repair safety equipment, including slides, rafts, and sub-components.
* Reassemble safety equipment following Component Maintenance Manuals, Overhaul Manuals, and Original Equipment Manufacturer instructions.
Qualifications
* GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
* Training from the Original Equipment Manufacturer in safety equipment maintenance (highly desirable).
Experience
* Previous experience with aircraft safety equipment repair (highly desirable).
* Background in an engineering or workshop environment (preferred).
* Ability to interpret and accurately follow technical compliance manuals.
Core Competencies
* Strong team collaboration and communication skills.
* Reliable, adaptable, and a team player within a skilled group.
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
* Able to work under pressure while upholding high-quality and safety standards.
* Positive, enthusiastic, and motivated, with a commitment to excellence.
This position offers a chance to join an established aerospace company, support professional growth, and work within a dedicated team.
Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment Agency
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