Trainee Engineering Operative

Trainee Engineering Operative

Location: Hayes
Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 + £4,500 shift allowance
Shift: 4 on, 4 off
Industry: Aerospace
Full Training & Career Progression Provided

Looking to start a career in engineering?

We're looking for a practical, hands-on individual who wants to develop a long-term career within the aerospace engineering industry.

This is a trainee-level opportunity, so you don't need to already be an experienced Electroplater. It could be a great next step if you have some experience working with hand tools, mechanical components or within a workshop/engineering environment and are keen to learn a skilled engineering trade.

You may currently be working as a Mechanic, Workshop Operative, Engineering Assistant, Production Operative, Technician or similar hands-on role and be looking for an opportunity with structured training and progression.

Working within a specialist aerospace engineering environment, you'll receive full training in electroplating and surface treatment processes used on aircraft components.

What you'll be doing

Assisting experienced Electroplaters with day-to-day engineering and plating activities
Learning how to prepare, clean, mask and treat aerospace components
Supporting electroplating processes including cleaning, plating and rinsing
Learning specialist processes including grit blasting, component stripping and surface preparation
Handling components using appropriate slings, jigs and manual handling techniques
Learning to safely operate specialist equipment, including overhead cranes
Following engineering drawings, process instructions and overhaul manuals
Working to strict health, safety, environmental and quality procedures
Building your practical experience and technical knowledge through structured on-the-job training

What we're looking for

We're particularly interested in people who are practical, mechanically minded and keen to build a career in engineering.

You could be a good fit if you have:

Some previous exposure to an engineering, mechanical, workshop or production environment
Confidence using hand tools or working practically with mechanical components
A genuine willingness to learn a skilled engineering trade
Good attention to detail and the ability to follow processes and instructions
A strong approach to health and safety
Good communication and teamwork skills
GCSE-level education or equivalentPrevious aerospace or aviation experience would be advantageous but not essential.

What's on offer

£25,000 - £28,000 basic salary
£4,500 annual shift allowance
Total package of up to £32,500
4 on, 4 off shift pattern
Full technical and mandatory training provided
Opportunity to develop specialist engineering skills within the aerospace sector
Overtime opportunities following completion of probation
Excellent opportunity for someone looking to establish and progress their career within engineeringThis is an ideal opportunity if you're currently in a practical or mechanical role but feel you've reached a ceiling and want the chance to learn, develop and progress within a specialist aerospace engineering environment