Paint Prepper/ Sprayer

Paint Prepper/Sprayer -  Surface Finish Technician 2

Operational Aerodromes Support

Lincoln, LN4 4SY

Full Time, Permanent (39 hours per week) Shifts

Salary of £30,500 per annum plus benefits

RAF Coningsby has a diverse selection of Aircrafts operating from its airfield, with Typhoon Aircraft and the historical aircraft of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, much of the history of the RAF in the last 70 years can be seen in the skies over Coningsby.

We currently have an opportunity for a Paint Prepper/Painter to join our team to support the painting services for the MoD.  You will be responsible for the delivery of SF in a wide range of tasks, which include surface preparation (abrading, paint stripping, DMS/PMS abrasive blasting masking, cleaning and pre-treatment), and the application of associated finishes on all MoD assets.

Main responsibilities of the role include:

• • Processing work according to schedule set by Line management.

• • Performing surface finish tasks in accordance with the quality policy, procedures and standards required.

• • Manual (Abrading), Chemical and Media paint removal methods on Aircraft,   Aircraft components and numerous MoD ground assets prior to repainting.

• • Applying a high standard of paint finish to Aircraft, Aircraft components and numerous MoD assets using various paint schemes utilising modern paint application equipment.

• • Comply with all Quality, Health, Safety, Environmental and Aviation Safety requirements.

• • Notify supervisors of any anomalies, failures, defects, corrosion etc which may give rise to a poor quality product and/or endanger Aviation Safety. 

• • The completion of Maintenance Documentation and associated documents where authorized.

• • That correct trade practices are employed and high standards of workmanship are maintained.

• • The appropriate health and safety aspects including COSHH and Risk Assessments are strictly complied with, including control of entry by unauthorised personnel into work areas.

• • Ensure that specialist Defence Air Publications (DAP) and other documents appropriate to the task are complied with.

• • Ensure that they receive adequate training before maintenance of or operating unfamiliar equipment, or before handling any dangerous substances.

What you’ll need to do the role:

• Appropriate experience as a RAF Painter and Finisher tradesperson or time served civilian equivalent in the trade of Aircraft/Automotive Body shop painter.

• NVQ 3 in Aeronautical Engineering (Surface Finish pathway) or equivalent qualification.

• Full driving licence is desirable

What we offer:

• 10 day per annum Continued Professional Development (CPD)
• Develop your skillset and training
• Pension contributions – up to 6%
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Chance to contribute to innovation in the public services/prisons sector
• A company passionate about diversity and inclusion
• Serco Benefits package

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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. As a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. 

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