Trainee Engineering Operative

Trainee Engineering Operative Location: Hayes Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 + £4,500 shift allowance Shift: 4 on, 4 off Industry: Aerospace Full Training & Career Progression Provided Looking to start a career in engineering? We're looking for a practical, hands-on individual who wants to develop a long-term career within the aerospace engineering industry. This is a trainee-level opportunity, so you don't need to already be an experienced Electroplater. It could be a great next step if you have some experience working with hand tools, mechanical components or within a workshop/engineering environment and are keen to learn a skilled engineering trade. You may currently be working as a Mechanic, Workshop Operative, Engineering Assistant, Production Operative, Technician or similar hands-on role and be looking for an opportunity with structured training and progression. Working within a specialist aerospace engineering environment, you'll receive full training in electroplating and surface treatment processes used on aircraft components. What you'll be doing Assisting experienced Electroplaters with day-to-day engineering and plating activities Learning how to prepare, clean, mask and treat aerospace components Supporting electroplating processes including cleaning, plating and rinsing Learning specialist processes including grit blasting, component stripping and surface preparation Handling components using appropriate slings, jigs and manual handling techniques Learning to safely operate specialist equipment, including overhead cranes Following engineering drawings, process instructions and overhaul manuals Working to strict health, safety, environmental and quality procedures Building your practical experience and technical knowledge through structured on-the-job training What we're looking for We're particularly interested in people who are practical, mechanically minded and keen to build a career in engineering. You could be a good fit if you have: Some previous exposure to an engineering, mechanical, workshop or production environment Confidence using hand tools or working practically with mechanical components A genuine willingness to learn a skilled engineering trade Good attention to detail and the ability to follow processes and instructions A strong approach to health and safety Good communication and teamwork skills GCSE-level education or equivalentPrevious aerospace or aviation experience would be advantageous but not essential. What's on offer £25,000 - £28,000 basic salary £4,500 annual shift allowance Total package of up to £32,500 4 on, 4 off shift pattern Full technical and mandatory training provided Opportunity to develop specialist engineering skills within the aerospace sector Overtime opportunities following completion of probation Excellent opportunity for someone looking to establish and progress their career within engineeringThis is an ideal opportunity if you're currently in a practical or mechanical role but feel you've reached a ceiling and want the chance to learn, develop and progress within a specialist aerospace engineering environment