Trainee Electro-Mechanical Technician

Trainee Electro-Mechanical Technician Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm, Monday–Friday (37.5 hours per week) Overtime: Daily at 1.5x basic rate Duration: Permanent Syntech Recruitment are excited to be supporting an aviation overhaul and repair business based in Alton, who are looking to expand their team with a Trainee Electro-Mechanical Technician. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 1-2+ years of hands-on engineering or technical experience who is looking to develop a long-term career within the aerospace industry. You'll receive full training on the company's products and repair processes while building on the skills you've already gained in industry. What's in it for you? * £29,000 starting salary * Full training within a specialist aerospace environment * Daily overtime paid at 1.5x basic rate * 25 days holiday + bank holidays * Monthly performance bonus * Clear progression into a fully qualified Electro-Mechanical Technician What you'll be doing: * Learning to diagnose and repair electro-mechanical and electronic equipment * Reading and interpreting schematic drawings and circuit diagrams * Carrying out soldering, testing and refurbishment of components * Using multimeters, oscilloscopes and other workshop equipment under the guidance of experienced technicians * Completing work to CAA, EASA and FAA Part 145 standards * Updating work records using Microsoft Office and the company's MRP system * Ensuring work cards and job documentation are completed accurately What we're looking for: * 1-2+ years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing, maintenance or technical repair environment * Some experience of electronics, electro-mechanical assembly, repair or fault finding * Ability to read engineering drawings or electrical schematics (or willingness to develop this skill) * Experience with soldering would be advantageous * Good practical skills and a methodical approach to problem solving * Computer literate with basic Microsoft Office skills