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Permanent

Wireman / Fitter

Kidlington
money-bag Negotiable
225196882
Posted 2 days ago


My client, a reputable organisation, is hiring for a skilled Avionic Wireman / Fitter to join their dynamic team in Kidlington, Oxfordshire. This role involves manufacturing and installing looms and attaching equipment into aircraft undergoing modifications, working closely with the in-house Part-21 design team. You''ll be responsible for creating bespoke equipment and customised options for clients ranging from the MOD to VVIPs, ensuring high standards of quality and safety.

Main responsibilities
? Accomplishment of work as directed by the Installation Supervisor or Certifying Engineer.
? Working to high standards to ensure continued safe operation of the aircraft.
? Manufacture electrical looms and avionic systems in accordance with design data
? Conduct off-aircraft work in workshops as required
? Will also be required to assist in day to day running of the hangar, including aircraft handling.
? Maintain high standards housekeeping
? Flexible working attitude to deal with the changing priorities within the department
? Will be working within a highly regulated environment
? Remove and refit panels and cowlings to helicopters and equipment
? Work closely with the design office
? Carry out repairs to aircraft wiring looms and avionics systems

What you''ll need to bring:
* Basic electrical knowledge, soldering, crimping, and wiring diagram understanding
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a keen eye for detail
* Good communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude
* Experience in loom building, installation, or similar transport industries is desirable
* Minimum Level 2 qualification in electrical engineering or equivalent
* Clean driving licence and eligibility for security clearance (DBS and SC clearance)
* Flexibility to work shifts and occasional travel to subcontractors or overseas facilities

Knowledge and Skills

  • Ability to work as part of a team, and on own initiative, as well as to high standards in order to ensure the continued safe operation of the aircraft.
  • Able to work in confined spaces
  • Basic knowledge of electrical systems
  • Basic understanding of how to use test equipment, such as an AVO
  • Interest in DIY
  • Understanding of the use of soldering and crimping techniques for wiring connections
  • Basic understanding of wiring diagrams and/or production processes
  • Able to adhere to the requirements of H&S to wear the appropriate PPE for each task
  • Positive approach with a genuine enthusiasm for the role.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Reliable with ability to remain calm when under pressure.
  • Well organised and methodical with a high attention to detail.
  • Ability to use Google Office and MS products

Desirable

  • Ability to use SAP / Envision
  • Experience in loom building or installation
  • Troubleshooting and fault finding experience

Benefits
Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - single cover for employees paid by the company
  • Pension: Employees are auto enrolled into the Retirement Fund.
  • Company contributes 6%, employee 4% basic
  • Share Incentive Plan and ESOP. Annual share schemes at company discretion.
  • Success Share, Discretionary Group bonus scheme (conditions apply)
  • Bikes to Work (up to -3,000) (employee purchase scheme)
  • Technology (employee purchase scheme)
  • Mydrive (employee car purchase scheme)
  • Den-Plan (employee purchase scheme)
  • Health-care Cash Scheme
  • Personal Accident Insurance (employee purchase scheme)
  • Health Assessments
  • Travel Insurance
  • Financial/Legal Advice (eg, Will-writing; Lasting Power of Attorney)


You must have the legal right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available.
Shift work and travel may be required.

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