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Job Opportunity: Repairs Tester (Mechanical Repairs Technician)
Location: Titchfield
Contract: PAYE Contract, initially until December 2025, with the potential for extension

Core Hours: 37 hours per week
Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:15pm
Friday: 7:30am - 11:30am

Holiday: 33 days paid holiday or have the monetary amount in your pay each week!

First 12 weeks rates:

Core days: £18.09p/h PAYE or £20.72 including holiday pay
Overtime over 37hrs: £27.13p/h PAYE or £31.07 including holiday pay
Sundays: £36.17 PAYE or £41.43 including holiday pay
After 12 weeks rates:

Core days: £18.65p/h PAYE or £21.35 including holiday pay
Overtime over 37hrs: £27.95p/h PAYE or £32.02 including holiday pay
Sundays: £37.27 PAYE or £42.69 including holiday pay
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK, adhering to ITAR restrictions.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct thorough testing, fault diagnosis, and validation of repaired mechanical, electrical, and pump units.
Perform disassembly and assembly processes, ensuring components meet strict quality standards.
Enhance turnaround times for critical civil and military contract units through efficient testing and repair procedures.
Utilize test rigs, measurement tools, and diagnostic equipment to assess the functionality of repaired units.
Accurately record and analyze test results, identifying trends or recurring issues to aid in process improvement.
Ensure compliance with all safe working practices and site regulations.
Work closely with engineers and team members to improve testing accuracy, reduce costs, and meet delivery targets.
Adapt to evolving testing methods and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills in diagnosing faults.

Requirements:

Previous experience in testing and fault diagnosis within the aerospace sector or a similar industry.
Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical testing procedures.
Ability to interpret and analyze SPC data collection and testing results.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
Hands-on experience with machining and component adjustments.
BTEC Level 2/3 in an engineering discipline, or equivalent experience in a similar environment. City and Guilds/National Certificate in an engineering discipline is advantageous.
Strong mechanical background with a focus on testing and diagnostics

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