Electrical Fitter (Avionics/ Heater)

Aeropeople Ltd
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11 months ago
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Job Title:Electrical Fitter (Avionics/ Heater)

Salary: up to £32,000 per annum dependent upon experience

Location: Stansted, Essex


Aeropeople have partnered with a global designer and manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices who are now looking to hire a permanent Electrical Fitter, to be based at their site in Stansted. The successful candidate would be expected to be on site 5 days per week.

Established more than 60 years ago, the company employ more than 21,000 employees in 35 different countries. They are a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets, recognised as a global provider of third-party MRO services to commercial, regional and general aviation customers as well as military, helicopter and business jet markets.

As a global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices they offer specialised services for more than 5,000 components over a variety of aircraft systems with capabilities covering aircraft windings, electrical power, hydraulic components, landing gear and safety equipment’s.

This role is working a 39 hour week. Hours of work are Monday- Thursday: 8am- 4.30pm and Friday: 8am- 4pm. A 9 day fortnight is available to those who want it.



Main Responsibilities:


  • Perform workshop activities for Avionics or Heater departments to support customer demands.
  • Update and interact with scheduling boards, giving feedback on daily issues or concerns.
  • Maintain and ensure implementation of all standard operating practices and procedures
  • Ensure strict compliance and implementation of all safety standards
  • Meet health, safety and environmental regulations



Benefits:


  • Basic salary up to £32,000 dependent upon experience
  • Overtime available at x 1.5 normal rate during the week/ x 2 normal rate at weekends
  • Company pension (6% employer/ 3% employee)
  • Salary sacrifice twice per year
  • 25 days Annual Leave (increases to 26 after 10 years’ service) plus Bank holidays
  • Option to work a 9 day fortnight
  • Westfield health allowance towards services of employee’s choosing
  • Career progression available and qualifications/ training funded by company
  • Annual pay reviews as standard/ additional pay reviews through progression
  • Early Finish on Friday
  • Free onsite parking
  • Life Assurance x 4 salary
  • Monthly Wellness Breakfast
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Company days out
  • Charity events
  • Employee discount scheme through pension provider (Aon)
  • Long Service Awards
  • Vouchers to reward non sickness
  • Christmas vouchers



About You:


  • Prior experience in an engineering/workshop environment is preferred



About Aeropeople:


Whether you’re looking for your next job or searching out the next superstar to join your team…


Aeropeople’s expertise and experience is entrenched in the aerospace, aviation, engineering, motorsport, automotive, and defence industries. We have the insight and know-how at both a local and international level to help bring people and businesses together, saving time and energy. Our capability is validated through our Engineering Services division encompassing Aircraft Line Maintenance services and Continuing Airworthiness Maintenance Organisation (CAMO), combined with our Aviation Training division offering technical training aircraft courses.


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