Test Operative

Stadhampton
1 week ago
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Test Operative  /  20 minute drive from central Oxford, unavailable by public transport / £26,500 starting salary

Are you an experienced Test Operative? You could be progressing your career at a world class and very successful Manufacturing company who have been awarded multiple queens awards and provide a range of complex safety equipment for the Aerospace / Defence markets.

Based in a busy assembly testing department, you will be testing mechanical assemblies relevant to the aerospace sector.

Test Operative Requirements:
Experience with mechanical assembling and testing
Able to read and interpret assembly drawings
Use of handheld tools
Pyrotechnic experience (desirable)
Pressure testing (desirable)
NDT testing experience (desirable)
Test Operative Salary & benefits:
As a Testing Operative, you will earn a starting salary of £26,500 plus benefits including:
Premium Overtime Rate (1.5x) 
Excellent Pension Scheme (9% non-contributory)
Health care plan & Life Assurance
Lunchtime Friday Finish
Annual Bonus
Apply now to find out more about this Assembly Testing job opportunity.

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