Position Title:

TRAINEE TECHNICIAN

Work Location:

VARIOUS BAYS

Reports To:

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Natural Work Team:

TECHNICIANS, NEW BUILD

Clock / Salary:

CLOCK

Hours of Work:

8:00-17:00 M-F (1 hr Lunch)

Primary Functions / Responsibilities:

You will be provided with training to enable you to carry out the following skills: 

• Attention to detail and an appreciation of the exceptional working standards required in the Aviation industry
• To build and test company manufactured ground support equipment to approved standards
• Liaise with Designers to ensure accurate interpretation of technical drawings regarding design and production equipment
• Communicate closely with Production Manager regarding all project work and related matters
• Liaise with machine shop and fabrication staff to ensure that products produced are to the specifications required
• Assist with other projects / duties as determined by the Production Manager
• The ability to use tooling and test equipment in the correct manner
• To work within a team environment, with good communication skills
• Exceptional standards of housekeeping
• Responsible for adhering to health and safety rules and procedures
• Conducting assigned tasks in a controlled and safe manner, paying particular respect to colleagues and equipment
• Move cylinders and other equipment within work bays without damage to self, colleagues, or equipment
• A keen appreciation of quality assurance
• Willingness to learn and develop capability
• To work safely, within guidelines, with highly pressurised gas systems
• To work to set standards and deadlines
• Adhere to company policies and procedures at all times

Critical Skills Required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, at all levels
• Numeracy and literacy skills
• Reliability
• Flexible attitude and approach
• Professional conduct displayed at all times
• Able – bodied (able to lift safe loads without assistance)
• Good record of technical competence within the Company or from previous experience
• Trustworthy
• Basic mechanical / engineering knowledge
• Positive attitude combined with a ‘common sense’ approach
• Ability to work well within a team, and as an individual
• Meticulous attention to detail, with a methodical approach to tasks
• Takes pride in self and work