Wheel & Brake Technician (Aviation)

Permanent Aviation Wheel & Brake Technician opportunity available on the west side of Essex. Start ASAP!

My well-established client is seeking someone with 6 months' minimum wheel & brakes overhaul experience to join their busy team. This is a workshop-based role with weekday working hours and a 3-day weekend every second week!

Role: Aircraft Wheel & Brake Overhaul Mechanic
Location: Stansted
Salary: From £14.77+ per hour depending on experience (from £29,953 per annum). Overtime available at x1.5.
Hours: 07:30-17:00 Mon-Thurs, 07:30-13:30 every other Friday. Average 39 hours per week.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Disassembly of aircraft wheels and brakes
2. Technical cleaning of all wheel and brake components
3. Paint stripping
4. Reassembly of wheels, mounting of aircraft tyres including torquing, inflation and pressure testing
5. Reassembly of brake units, function testing, and fault isolation
6. Reading and understanding of component maintenance manuals and following technical instructions

Ideal Candidate Profile:

1. Some previous wheel/brake experience
2. Ability to use hand tools safely and accurately follow instructions
3. Fluent oral and written English
4. Already holds the right to live and work in the UK at the time of application. No sponsorships can be provided now, or in the future.

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately.

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