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Painter

Ref no. BHN579389
Salary £35,710.11 - £36,768.75/annum
Location Southampton, England
Start date ASAP
Job type Permanent
Job status Open

Job summary

Our established aerospace client based in Hamble-le-rice, Southampton are currently looking for a Skilled Painter to work for them on a permanent basis.

Key skills required for this role

Aerospace painting or similar painting experience

Important

Aerospace painting or similar painting experience

Job description

We are currently seeking a Skilled Painter to join the team. This permanent position will involve working on late shifts to support the delivery of high-quality metallic and composite components and assemblies for various aircraft. This role is essential in ensuring the production of items that meet precise aerospace industry standards.

Earlies - (TRAINING ONLY)
Starting Salary: £29,758.43
Hours: 06:00-14:15 (Mon-Thu) / 06:00-12:00 (Fri)

Lates
Starting Salary: £35,710.11 (£29,758.43 + 20% shift allowance)
Uplifted Salary (once AO stamp obtained): £36,768.75 (£30,640.63 + 20% shift allowance)
Hours: 14:15-22:30 (Mon-Thu) / 12:00-18:00 (Fri)

Key Responsibilities:

  • EHS - Promote a safe workplace environment and ensure compliance with all Environmental, Health, and Safety policies and procedures.
  • Clocking and Booking - Accurate and timely clocking (time and attendance) and booking (job costing).
  • Housekeeping - Maintain clean workstations and proper storage of tools and equipment.
  • Quality - Adhere to all quality standards, processes, and procedures, ensuring minimum wastage.
  • Cost Management - Support cost reduction initiatives by reducing unnecessary expenditure.
  • Knowledge & Skills - Stay updated with necessary operations and maintain Approved Operator (AO) stamps.
  • Team Working - Participate actively in team meetings, share knowledge, and coach trainees if required.
  • Perform other reasonable duties as assigned consistent with the role.

Role Specific:

  • Application of specialist paint schemes, including primer, topcoat, anti-abrasion, and gloss, on metallic and composite components.
  • Application of resin and fillers to components as per customer specifications.
  • Manual abrading and use of orbital sander.
  • Masking and stencilling aircraft details and assemblies according to technical drawings and work instructions.
  • Mixing fillers, paints, and resins per manufacturer instructions and COSHH requirements.
  • Operating cure booths and monitoring paint cure cycles.
  • Testing painted surfaces using Tape, isoscope, and gloss.

Job Requirements:

Essential

  • Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3, or equivalent in a recognised allied trade.
  • Competence in numeracy and literacy skills and the ability to read and understand technical documentation.
  • Good dexterity and a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent knowledge of health and safety practices.
  • Drive to succeed both individually and as part of a team.
  • Positive approach to problem-solving.
  • Participation in training programmes and adaptability to new learning.
  • Self-motivated with a positive, can-do attitude.
  • Excellent timekeeping and communication skills.
  • Working understanding of the 5 S and lean principles.
  • Basic IT skills.
  • Strong work ethic with a real positive attitude to succeed.

Desirable

  • Previous paint experience in aerospace or manufacturing.

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