Impellam
Skilled Aircraft Fitter
Filton, Bristol | Onsite
Monday-Thursday | 6:30am – 3:45pm
About the Opportunity
Guidant Global is partnering with Airbus, a global leader in aerospace innovation, to recruit multiple Skilled Aircraft Fitters at their Filton site.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a world-class manufacturing environment, contributing directly to the build and assembly of advanced commercial and military aircraft. You'll play a key role within the Build Production team, working on high-profile aircraft programmes in a safety-critical environment.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Skilled Aircraft Fitter, you'll be responsible for delivering precision assembly work to the highest aerospace standards.
- Working from detailed engineering instructions and aircraft drawings
- Carrying out assembly tasks including drilling, shimming and sealing
- Using hand and power tools to complete complex build activities
- Ensuring all work meets stringent quality and safety requirements
- Completing training to achieve 1st party certification
- Working in physically demanding environments, including confined spaces and at height
- Supporting continuous improvement and contributing to team objectives
Essential Qualifications & Experience (Key Requirement)
To be considered, you must meet all qualification requirements below. These are critical for compliance and cannot be flexed:
- Completed full engineering apprenticeship (mandatory)
- NVQ Level 2 AND Level 3 in an engineering discipline (or equivalent certification)
- Time-served or work-based apprenticeship with formal certification
- Proof of qualifications must be provided at application stage
In addition, you must have:
- Proven experience in a fitter / assembly / manufacturing role
- Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings
- Hands-on experience using hand and power tools
- A strong commitment to health and safety standards
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Comfort working in confined spaces and at height
Please note: Applications without the required apprenticeship and NVQ Level 2 & 3 qualifications will not be considered.
What You'll Get in Return
- Competitive hourly rates:
- £28.87 per hour (Umbrella)
- £21.58 per hour (PAYE)
- 12-month contract with strong potential for extension
- Opportunity to work on flagship Airbus programmes
- Access to structured training and certification
- Ongoing support from Guidant Global
Important Information
- 100% onsite role based in Filton
- BPSS clearance required (completed by Airbus)
- Pre-employment medical required
- Role subject to IR35 off-payroll working rules
- Security restrictions may apply
Why Join Through Guidant Global?
At Guidant Global, we focus on connecting talented individuals with industry-leading organisations. You'll receive a supportive, transparent recruitment experience and the opportunity to work with one of the most respected names in aerospace.
Apply Now
If you have the required apprenticeship and qualifications and are ready to take the next step in your aerospace career, apply today.
Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG – The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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