Fabricator / Fitter Technician
| Company: | Manpower UK Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Kidlington, OX5 2DH |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 29 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 5 Nov 2026 |
Summary
If you're the sort of person who takes pride in precision work-and enjoys building things that truly matter-this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to bespoke solutions.
Our client is hiring a Sheet Metal Fabricator / Fitter Technician to support prototype development, retrofit and series production within a highly regulated hangar/workshop environment.
What you'll be doing:
* Manufacture detailed parts from sheet metal to aviation standards, working to engineering drawings and design data
* Assemble components manufactured by subcontractors, ensuring fit, finish and safe operation requirements are met
* Perform detailed inspections of subcontractor-manufactured parts to confirm compliance with engineering drawings
* Apply protective coatings to components as required
* Carry out repairs to in-service helicopters using sheet metal and composite techniques
* Work closely with the design team on prototype work
* Support day-to-day hangar activities, including aircraft handling (as needed)
* Maintain excellent workshop standards, including "clean as you go" housekeeping
* Work both as part of a team and independently depending on the work package
What you'll bring:
* Strong manual hand skills and a methodical, detail-focused approach
* The ability to read and understand detailed engineering drawings and associated data
* Calm, reliable working style-especially when priorities shift or pressure rises
* Good communication skills and a commitment to working safely with the correct PPE
* Interest in DIY and a genuine "can-do" attitude to getting the job done to standard
* Confidence working in a workshop/hangar setting, including in confined spaces
* Ability to use Google Office and MS products
Additional information:
* You'll need to present examples of your work via a photographic record
* A flexible working attitude is important due to changing priorities across the department
Benefits
They offer a competitive base salary and a robust suite of benefits designed to support your health, wealth, and lifestyle:
Holiday Allowance: We value loyalty and work-life balance; your annual leave entitlement grows with you, rewarding your commitment with an extra day of leave for each year of service (up to an additional 4 days)
Health: Private Medical Insurance (Bupa). You also have the flexibility to add family members to your policy at an additional cost. Other options include Health-care Cash Schemes and Den-Plan.
Future Wealth: up to 8% Company Pension contribution, when you contribute 6%.
Plus Yearly Share Incentive Plans, and Discretionary Group Bonuses.
Everyday Savings: Access to exclusive shopping discounts, including a cashback card to help your money go further.
Lifestyle: Bikes to Work scheme (up to £3,000), Mydrive car purchase scheme, and Technology purchase schemes.
Added Protection: Benefit from Personal Accident Insurance, Health-care Cash Schemes, and professional Financial/Legal advice
Ready to build with purpose?
If you're excited by high-standards manufacturing, aircraft-focused work, and being part of a team where safety and quality come first, apply today.
If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
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