NDT Technician (EN4179 L2 PT & MT)

Chelmsford
3 weeks ago
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Are you looking for a new challenge in an aerospace NDT service business?

An established and well-regarded aerospace business is recruiting for an experienced Level 2 Mag and Pen Technician to join its south-eastern Essex based facility. Renowned for the provision of NDT services for fixed and rotary wing aircraft and component NDT, our client offers the opportunity for an experienced aerospace Level 2 to join its team and carry out NDT inspections on newly manufactured and in-service components across a variety of products.

The person:

  • an NDT Technician with an extraordinary background in aerospace dye pen and MT inspections and confidence in their ability to work independently

  • Must have worked in accordance with EN4179 L2 PT and MT

  • Ideally have experience of working in a EASA/UK CAA Part 145 environment in NDT applications

  • Familiarity / basic understanding of EASA, CAA, and FAA requirements

    This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a brimming orderbook and plentiful work, and a chance for someone to really shine in a role that needs someone ready to ‘level up’ in their career. The position attracts a salary of £40k-£45K (based on day shift, Mon-Friday) and the benefits package includes the following enhanced aspects: annual leave, pension, life assurance, maternity and paternity schemes, and employee cash plan.

    If you aspire for your next career move to be within a friendly, down-to-earth business, with plenty of opportunities for personal development, please send your to Leanne Evans, NDT Operations Manager

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