Skilled Aircraft Fitter

Filton, Bristol – 100% Onsite
£27.89 per hour (Umbrella) / £20.85 per hour (PAYE)
12-month contract – likely extension & potential for permanent role
Start date intake: May 2026

About the Role

We are supporting a leading aerospace organisation in the recruitment of Skilled Aircraft Fitters to join their production team on a long-term contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge commercial and military aircraft at a highly respected UK aerospace site.

You'll be part of the Build Production team, working across one of the most successful military aircraft programmes. The role is fully onsite at Filton, working Monday-Thursday on daytime shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and work from engineering instructions and aircraft drawings
• Carry out structural and mechanical fitting tasks to required quality standards
• Use power tools for drilling, shimming, sealing and assembly work
• Complete 1st party certification (training provided)
• Work safely within confined spaces (e.g., wing tanks) and at heights
• Ensure all work meets strict Health & Safety and aerospace quality requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

To be considered, you must have:

• A completed engineering apprenticeship (e.g., aircraft fitter, sheet metal worker, toolmaker, maintenance technician, fitter/turner)
• NVQ Level 2 & 3 or equivalent in an engineering discipline
• Previous hands-on experience using hand tools in a fitting or assembly environment
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills and an openness to continuous improvement
• High regard for Health & Safety standards

Additional Requirements

• BPSS clearance (processed prior to start)
• Successful completion of a pre-employment medical
• Must be comfortable working within confined spaces and at heights
• Applicants must meet ITAR restrictions

Shift Pattern

• Monday-Thursday
• 06:30 – 15:45
• Paid overtime (premium uplift applies)

Why Apply?

• Long-term, stable contract with strong extension potential
• Opportunity to work on prestigious aerospace projects
• Excellent hourly rates with both PAYE and Umbrella options
• Work within a highly skilled, respected engineering environment

If you are interested in this role please apply with an up to date copy of your CV for consideration.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG – The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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