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Skilled Aircraft Fitter

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Morson Talent

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United Kingdom , Filton

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Salary:

20.30 - 26.92 GBP / Hour

Job Description:

Morson Talent are recruiting for Skilled Aircraft Fitters to work for our prestigious client in Filton Bristol.

Job Responsibility:

Assembling A400M

Requirements:

  • Experience of using hand tools
  • Previous work experience in a fitter/assembly operator role
  • Must be comfortable working at heights and within confined spaces
  • Must pass pre-employment medical before going on site
  • Must pass BPSS clearance
  • Must have completed an apprenticeship within an engineering discipline (i.e: sheet metal worker, aircraft or maintenance technician, tool maker, fitter/turner)
  • Must hold NVQ L2 + L3 or equivalent in engineering
What we offer:
  • Possibility of permanent role
  • Overtime: 25% uplift Mon-Fri and 50% Sat-Sun

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 06, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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