V05863 Associate Mechanical Operator

Job Description Associate Mechanical OperatorLocation: RAF MarhamDuration: 20 monthsHourly Rate: 21 PAYE or 28.11 via umbrella (inside IR35)Working Pattern: Full-time, onsiteSecurity Clearance: BPSS with SC (subject to ITAR restrictions)About the Role We are seeking multiple Associate Mechanical Operators to join our team at RAF Marham. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly skilled, multi-disciplinary environment supporting aircraft maintenance and repair activities. In this role, you will carry out metalworking and corrosion remediation tasks on aircraft, contributing directly to operational readiness and safety. You'll work as part of a close-knit team, following approved maintenance procedures and technical documentation.Key ResponsibilitiesPerforming maintenance activities in line with Approved Technical Information and risk assessmentsEnsuring all airworthiness records are accurately maintainedDocumenting all work undertaken and reporting/escalating issues as requiredComplying with organisational procedures, including MOE and associated standardsApplying Safety Management System principles, including human factors and error managementSupporting Continuing Airworthiness Assurance requirementsUndertaking hands-on aircraft work, including:Preparation of metal and composite structures for repairDrilling and reaming of aircraft panels and structuresApplication of adhesive bondingRemoval and installation of aircraft fastenersKnowledge & ExperienceEssential Skills:Experience using manual and pneumatic toolsExperience preparing metal and/or composite surfaces for repairKnowledge of drilling, honing, and reaming techniquesExperience installing and removing aircraft fastenersFamiliarity with adhesive bonding processesKnowledge:General understanding of aircraft structures or mechanical systemsAwareness of team integration and continuous improvement principlesQualificationsEngineering Apprenticeship (ideally Aeronautical Engineering) or military equivalentMinimum NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent)Recognised certifications (e.g. City & Guilds, IMI, Edexcel, EAL, SEMTA, ATA)Equivalent experience supported by formal evidence (e.g. military service records) will be consideredAbout the Team You'll be joining a collaborative, supportive team operating in a fast-paced and safety-critical environment, where quality and precision are essential.JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-04-29