Senior Technician Machine Shop

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technician for the Machine Shop to perform precision machining tasks on aircraft engine parts and components. The role involves operating both conventional and CNC equipment interpreting technical manuals and engineering drawings and maintaining high standards of quality safety and compliance within a regulated aviation MRO environment.Key ResponsibilitiesMachining Expertise (70%)Perform machining grinding drilling tapping reaming extraction of broken screws Heli-coil installation milling and other mechanical tasks on aircraft and engine componentsInterpret technical manuals and engineering drawings with high accuracyOperate conventional machines including horizontal/vertical lathes milling machines surface grinders cylindrical grinders and tool & cutter grindersProgram and operate CNC machines including Doosan CNC VTL (Fanuc control) Toshulin CNC VTL (Fanuc control) Spinner CNC horizontal lathe (Siemens control) Deckel CNC milling and CNC EDMUtilize 5-axis CNC milling machines where applicablePerform delegated machining tasks on aircraft structures (e.g. landing gear lugs bush installations)Quality Control (10%)Inspect and release completed machining tasks to ensure compliance with specificationsMaintain strong attention to detail and adherence to machining and QC standardsSafety and Compliance (10%)Follow all safety health and environmental regulationsSupport safety initiatives and environmental programsMaintenance and Tool Calibration (5%)Perform machine shop housekeeping and tool organisationSupport equipment maintenance and calibration ensuring machinery remains in optimal conditionContinuous Improvement (5%)Support process improvement initiativesParticipate in internal and external training to enhance skills and shop performanceMinimum RequirementsAssociate vocational or technical qualification relevant to machining or aviation maintenanceD2 level authorization in machine shop practices (or equivalent)3 to 5 years of progressive machinist experience in the aviation industryKey CompetenciesAbility to operate conventional machining equipment independentlyProficiency using precision measurement instrumentsStrong ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical manualsCNC programming and operation skills (Fanuc Siemens EDM 5-axis machines)Skilled in drilling tapping reaming screw extraction and Heli-coil installationUnderstanding of aircraft components and the machining of landing gear and related structuresClear verbal and written communication skillsStrong commitment to safety quality and regulatory complianceAbility to contribute to process improvements and shop efficiencyWillingness to participate in continuous learning and developmentBenefitsTax-free salary packageRelocation support providedAdditional benefits shared with shortlisted candidates#J-18808-Ljbffr