Skilled Painter

Painter Opportunities - Aerospace Manufacturing

We are currently recruiting 5 Skilled Painters to join our aerospace site - 3 positions on early shift and 2 on late shift.

Rates

Shift

Umbrella

Earlies

-30.56

Lates (20%) uplift

-35.66

Working Hours

• Early Shift: 06:00-14:15 (Monday-Thursday) / 06:00-12:00 (Friday)
• Late Shift: 14:15-22:30 (Monday-Thursday) / 12:00-18:00 (Friday)

Role Overview

As a Skilled Painter, you''ll support the delivery of high-quality metallic and composite aircraft components and assemblies in accordance with local manufacturing instructions and specifications.

Key responsibilities include:

• Masking components to technical drawings and plans
• Mixing and applying specialist fillers and paint schemes (primer, topcoat, anti-abrasion, gloss)
• Manual abrading and orbital sanding
• Edge sealing and resin application
• Operating curing booths and monitoring cure cycles
• Conducting quality checks using methods such as tape testing, isoscope, and gloss measurements

You''ll work with minimal supervision, taking personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of your work while actively contributing to a proactive, safety-focused, and collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Health & Safety: Promote a safe, clean, and organised working environment. Ensure all EHS policies and procedures are adhered to, reporting incidents as required.
• Quality: Maintain high-quality standards and compliance with technical instructions.
• Clocking & Booking: Accurately record time and job costings.
• Cost Management: Support cost-reduction initiatives through efficient, waste-minimising working practices.
• Knowledge & Skills: Maintain up-to-date training and approved operator stamps where applicable.
• Teamwork: Participate in team meetings, support colleagues, and assist with training and knowledge sharing.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and contribute to improvements in safety, quality, cost, and delivery processes.

Essential Requirements

• Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a recognised allied trade
• Good numeracy, literacy, and the ability to interpret technical documentation
• Excellent dexterity and attention to detail
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety requirements
• Positive, proactive attitude with strong problem-solving skills
• Flexible and adaptable approach with a willingness to learn
• Strong timekeeping and work ethic
• Working understanding of 5S and lean manufacturing principles
• Good communication skills
• Competency in relevant departmental skill codes
• Basic IT literacy

Desirable

• Previous paint application experience within aerospace or a manufacturing environment

Candidates must be eligible to adhere to ITAR restrictions and obtain BPSS clearance