Approved Operator - Grade A

Job Description

Job Description:

Join One of Ayrshire’s largest Engineering Employers

Prestwick Aerosystems is proud to continue Ayrshire’s long-standing aircraft manufacturing tradition. From our Prestwick site, we manufacture aircraft wing structures used on Airbus commercial aircraft worldwide.

As part of the Airbus family, we play a key role in delivering safe, reliable and high-quality aerospace products. We are looking for Approved Operators (Skilled Fitters) to join our production teams and support the manufacture of aircraft wing structures through hands-on, practical work.

You will work as part of an experienced production team manufacturing aircraft wing structures and components. Using approved instructions and engineering data, you will carry out a range of manufacturing, assembly, sealing and finishing activities.

How you will contribute to the team:

• Manufacture and assemble aircraft wing structure components to approved quality standards
  
• Carry out sealing, coating and finishing in line with engineering specifications
  
• Use hand tools, equipment and systems safely, including tooling checks and TPM activities
  
• Maintain a safe, clean and compliant working environment
  

Requirements for the role -

• A completed apprenticeship in a relevant manual or technical trade (with papers)
  
• SVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification
  
• Experience working from technical instructions, drawings, or manufacturing documentation
  

What we will offer you:

• 37-hour week (half-day Friday)
  
• Defined contribution pension (4% employee / 8% employer)
  
• Shift premiums up to 33% (where applicable)
  
• Life assurance (4x basic salary)
  
• Overtime paid at time and a half
  
• 33 days annual leave (rising with service)
  
• Annual bonus linked to company performance
  
• Virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Program, and wellbeing support
  
• Professional development and training opportunities
  
• Free on-site car parking
  

What Happens Next:

If you’re ready to build a career that takes you further, apply today. Successful applicants will be asked to complete:

• Right to Work check
  
• Employment reference checks
  
• Disclosure Scotland
  
• Pre-employment medical (Drug and Alcohol testing)
  

Prestwick Aerosystems is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Prestwick Aerosystems Limited

Employment Type:
Permanent
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Experience Level:
Professional

Job Family:

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