Engineering Fitter

Our client, an established aerospace maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) organisation, is seeking an Engineering Fitter to join its Inverness-based engineering team. The role will support line and base aircraft maintenance activities, working alongside Certifying Engineers to ensure safe, efficient and compliant operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support line and base aircraft maintenance activities at the Inverness base, other operating bases and occasional off-site locations
• Assist Certifying Engineers with aircraft maintenance tasks in accordance with approved data, current regulations and company authorisations
• Identify, document and accurately record aircraft defects following discussions with operational crew members
• Complete assigned engineering tasks safely, efficiently and in line with company policies and procedures
• Use, care for and maintain tooling, equipment and facilities to the required standard
• Carry out aircraft handling, refuelling, role changes and cleaning activities as required
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
• Provide general engineering and operational support to the wider business

Job Requirements:

• Experience in aircraft maintenance, aerospace engineering or a closely related engineering environment
• Understanding of aircraft maintenance procedures, approved technical data and relevant aviation regulations
• Ability to interpret and complete maintenance documentation accurately
• Knowledge of aircraft handling, ground support activities and engineering tooling
• Strong commitment to health and safety, quality standards and regulatory compliance
• Good practical, fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively with Certifying Engineers and wider operational teams
• Flexibility to work occasional weekends, additional hours and at temporary or off-site bases, including overnight stays where required

Benefits:

• Permanent position based in Inverness
• Monday to Friday working pattern, with hours subject to operational requirements
• Annual leave entitlement of 30 days, excluding public holidays
• Auto-enrolment into the company personal pension scheme, with an enhanced employer contribution after qualifying service
• Group life assurance valued at four times annual salary
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for employees and their immediate family
• Bike to Work Scheme

If you have experience in aircraft maintenance and are looking to develop your career within the aerospace MRO sector, apply now for the Engineering Fitter opportunity in Inverness.