V05863 Associate Mechanical Operator

Associate Mechanical Operator

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Location: RAF Marham
Duration: 20 months
Hourly Rate: £21 PAYE or £28.11 via umbrella (inside IR35)
Working Pattern: Full-time, onsite
Security Clearance: BPSS with SC (subject to ITAR restrictions)

About the Role
We are seeking multiple Associate Mechanical Operators to join our team at RAF Marham. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly skilled, multi-disciplinary environment supporting aircraft maintenance and repair activities.

In this role, you will carry out metalworking and corrosion remediation tasks on aircraft, contributing directly to operational readiness and safety. You'll work as part of a close-knit team, following approved maintenance procedures and technical documentation.

Key Responsibilities
Performing maintenance activities in line with Approved Technical Information and risk assessments
Ensuring all airworthiness records are accurately maintained
Documenting all work undertaken and reporting/escalating issues as required
Complying with organisational procedures, including MOE and associated standards
Applying Safety Management System principles, including human factors and error management
Supporting Continuing Airworthiness Assurance requirements
Undertaking hands-on aircraft work, including:
Preparation of metal and composite structures for repair
Drilling and reaming of aircraft panels and structures
Application of adhesive bonding
Removal and installation of aircraft fasteners
Knowledge & Experience
Essential Skills:
Experience using manual and pneumatic tools
Experience preparing metal and/or composite surfaces for repair
Knowledge of drilling, honing, and reaming techniques
Experience installing and removing aircraft fasteners
Familiarity with adhesive bonding processes
Knowledge:
General understanding xwzovoh of aircraft structures or mechanical systems
Awareness of team integration and continuous improvement principles
Qualifications
Engineering Apprenticeship (ideally Aeronautical Engineering) or military equivalent
Minimum NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent)
Recognised certifications (e.g. City & Guilds, IMI, Edexcel, EAL, SEMTA, ATA)
Equivalent experience supported by formal evidence (e.g. military service records) will be considered
About the Team
You'll be joining a collaborative, supportive team operating in a fast-paced and safety-critical environment, where quality and precision are essential.