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We are seeking an Electroplater to join our Aircraft Landing Gear Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the surface treatment of aircraft landing gear components, ensuring they meet the highest industry standards for safety and durability.

This is a shift-based role - Four days on/Four days off rotation

Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare aircraft components for plating through cleaning, masking, and surface treatment
Perform electroplating processes (e.g., cadmium, chrome, nickel) in line with approved specifications
Monitor and control process parameters to ensure coating quality and consistency
Inspect plated parts for defects and verify coating thickness and adherence
Maintain and adjust chemical baths and ensure proper handling of hazardous materials
Complete all required documentation to ensure full traceability and compliance
Follow health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements (e.g., EASA/FAA)
Collaborate with quality, engineering, and production teams to meet turnaround and quality targets
Responsible to complete work in line with technical instructions and to the correct quality standards
You will be required to maintain Practical Experience Record of jobs completed (PER) book.
You may be required to train personnel with a specified area subject to your qualifications and experience

Experience and Knowledge

The ideal candidate should have knowledge and experience in a range (ideally minimum of two) of the following electroplating processes

Cadmium Plate and Dalic Cadmium plate
Nickel plating
Hard Chrome plating
Alocrom
Nital etch (Acid Etch inspection)
Heat Treatment of components

Should have a basic understanding of Processes and procedures associated with Electroplating.
Experience of working in a EASA 145 environment (desirable)
Proven ability to understand and interpret process standard practices, drawings and Company Job cards.
Previous experience to undertake Material Handling to include workshop Gantry cranes and slings.
Previous experience in preparation of parts for electroplating (Masking techniques etc.)

Our Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle, and career, including:

Flight discounts and reduced travel rates
Purchase and selling of annual leave
Generous paid paternity and maternity leave
One wellbeing day per year, dedicated to supporting your mental and physical wellbeing
Discounts on hotels, retail, and leisure activities
Employer pension contributions
Reduced gym memberships to support a healthy lifestyle
Company events and organised sporting groups to encourage connection and wellbeing

In addition, our facility is within walking distance of the Elizabeth Line, making commuting quick, easy, and seamless from across London and beyond.

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Location:: Hayes
Salary:: £30,000
Job Type:: FullTime
Category:: Skilled Trades

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