Trainee Electroplater

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Trainee Electroplater

Do you love:
* Being hands on in an engineering environment?
* Working with engineering machinery, components & chemicals?
* Learning new skills to progress in your engineering career?

I have a unique opportunity for a Trainee Electroplater to be based near Heathrow Airport, to play a crucial role in the surface treatment and protection of aircraft components & ensure they meet the highest industry standards for safety and durability.

You will gain hands-on experience across all stages of electroplating, working closely with experienced professionals in a highly regulated environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within a specialist technical field, with full training provided.

Role: Trainee Electroplater
Location: Hayes, West London
Shift: 4 on 4 off shift. 6:30am - 6:30pm
Salary: £29,800 - £32,500 including shift pay

Main responsibilities:

Assisting with loading and unloading electroplating equipment
Supporting electroplaters with day-to-day operational tasks
Cleaning, preparing, masking, and plating components (including cadmium plating)
Working with rinsing tanks and chemical processes
Assisting with grit blasting and surface preparation techniques
Supporting Alocrom and other finishing processes
Following technical drawings, process specifications, and manuals
Using material handling equipment including slings and jigs
Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
Completing your training as required
Ideal Candidate Profile:

Previous hands-on experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment is essential
Strong willingness to learn and develop new skills
Awareness of PPE and safe working practices
Experience using overhead cranes or forklifts preferred
Exposure to the aviation or aerospace sector preferred
Ability to accurately follow instructions and work to technical standards
Team player with a proactive attitude & happy to work under pressure
Good written and spoken English plus strong communication skills
Applicants must already hold the right to live and work in the UK. Please note sponsorships cannot be provided now or in the future.
Additional Information:

Work involves handling chemicals (full training and PPE provided)
Training provided on overhead crane operation
Manual handling and lifting of components required
Attractive employee benefits package including discounted flights & hotels…
If you're looking to start or develop a career in a highly specialised engineering environment, this role offers a fantastic pathway with long-term progression opportunities.

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately.

Due to the number of applications we receive, it's not always possible to contact unsuccessful applicants. Unless you hear from us within 14 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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Location:
Hayes
Salary:
£27,000 - £32,500 /annum plus attractive benefits package
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Automotive/Aerospace

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