Aviation Technician – Emergency Slides & Life Rafts
Salary: £26,000 - £29,000 depending on skills and experience
Location: Witham
Working pattern: Full time, Monday to Friday
Join Avia Technique, a UK aviation maintenance and repair centre specialising in critical safety and survival equipment. We are looking for a Technician to maintain and repair emergency slides and life rafts at our Witham facility.
About the role
With a turnover of over £30 million, more than 250 global customers and continued growth, Avia Technique offers a stable base for your career. In this hands-on role you will maintain high-pressure safety equipment to the highest standards, working in a skilled, collaborative team that ensures every component meets strict regulatory and customer requirements.
What you'll be doing
Carrying out maintenance and repair work in line with approved aviation data
Complying fully with regulatory frameworks and internal quality standards
Working closely with colleagues to manage and prioritise workload
Keeping a strong focus on accuracy, safety and attention to detail
What you'll bring
Proven experience in a mechanical environment
A strong understanding of high-pressure systems
Familiarity with aviation maintenance standards and safety protocols
Excellent teamwork and communication skills
A proactive, detail-oriented and safety-conscious approach
Aviation experience is desirable but not essential
What's on offer
Salary of £26,000 - £29,000 depending on skills and experience
Monthly bonus based on company performance
33 days holiday, including bank holidays
Enhanced employer pension contributions
Private healthcare for you and your family
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Tech Spend Scheme
Long Service Award
Training and development opportunities
Additional information
You must have the permanent right to work in the UK without requiring current or future sponsorship. We are unable to consider applications from candidates on Graduate Visas or other visa routes that will require sponsorship at a later date.
You may have experience of the following: Aircraft Safety Equipment Technician, Aviation Maintenance Technician, Aircraft Component Technician, Aerospace Technician, Life Raft Technician, Aircraft Survival Equipment Technician, Aircraft Mechanic, Aviation Repair Technician, Mechanical Technician, Aerospace Maintenance Technician
Aviation Technician – Emergency Slides & Life Rafts in Maldon employer: Avia Technique
Avia Technique is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety and innovation in the aviation industry. Located in Wokingham, employees benefit from competitive salaries, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive environment that encourages collaboration across sites. Join us to be part of a team dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in aircraft safety while enjoying a fulfilling career path.
