Skilled Fitters
- Location:Bristol, England
- Salary: £19.40 - 20.19 per hour
- Category
- Sector:
- Contract type Contract
- Employer: GKN
Morson Talent are recruiting for Skilled Fitters
Filton | 6-month ongoing contract | £19.40 - £30.29 per hour depending on shift/overtime and stamp
Morson Talent are proud to support one of our clients in aerospace – a global leader shaping the future of flight – in the search for Skilled Fitters at their Filton site. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a high-profile aerospace manufacturing environment.
The Role:
As a Skilled Fitter, you’ll be supporting the assembly of aircraft wing structures within a fast-paced, precision-driven setting. The role is varied and hands-on, including tasks such as:
Drilling, riveting, reaming and countersinking using Vanmar tools
Assembly of metallic aircraft structures
Deburring and fettling
Touch-up treatments on aluminium
Using CNC pillar drills (DONAU)
Working from jigs and drawings to high-quality standards
Requirements:
Recognised Level 3 Indentured Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 with 3–5 years of relevant aerospace experience
Ability to pass a Trade Test at Filton (metallics structural test)
Experience working to SOPs and in a lean manufacturing environment
Comfortable using SAP systems and adhering to quality/health & safety procedures
Hours & Pay:
Potential shift depending on site need: Monday–Thursday or Tuesday–Friday, 7am–4:15pm
Core rate: £19.40 (without stamp) / £20.19 (with stamp)
Weekday overtime: £24.25–£25.24
Weekend overtime: £29.10–£30.29
Security Clearance:
Baseline security clearance is required prior to start.
If you’re a time-served fitter with a background in aerospace assembly, we want to hear from you. Apply now to be part of an industry-leading team.