Sheet Metal Worker

Job Title:           Sheet Metal Worker

Salary:               up to £38,662 per annum + shift allowance

Location:          Glasgow

We currently have a vacancy to join one of the world’s leading, global defence, security and aerospace companies as a Sheet Metal Worker. The role will be based in Glasgow and will require the successful candidate to be on site full time working a varied shift pattern (please see details below).

They work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

Working as part of the Sheet Metal Worker team, you will deliver upgrades, refurbishments, and new installations across sites, working in groups of 6–12. A qualified Sheet Metal Worker contributes to high‑quality HVAC and furniture manufacture, supported by SVQ3 Marine Engineering, NC/HNC Fabrication and Welding and post‑apprenticeship industrial experience.

There are 3 shifts available (although the successful candidate would start on a day shift and would then discuss with their manager if they would prefer a different shift) and the hours of work within each shift are highlighted below. Please note that both the night shift and the weekend shift will include a 33% shift allowance on top of the basic rate.

• Day Shift:        Monday- Thursday    7.00am- 4.30pm
• Night Shift:        Monday- Thursday    8.30pm- 6.00am
• Weekend Shift:        Friday- Sunday        7am- 7.30pm

Main Responsibilities:

• Manufacture and install high quality sheet metal components, including ventilation systems and internal fittings
• Interpret engineering drawings to measure, cut, shape and assemble materials using a range of hand and power tools
• Produce accurate, well finished work that meets required standards and quality expectations
• Apply practical problem-solving skills to resolve issues during manufacturing and installation, ensuring correct fit and safe completion
• Work collaboratively within a skilled team to maintain a safe environment and deliver reliable installations that keep projects on track

Benefits:

• Enhanced Pension scheme- up to 14% combined
• Flexible working pattern including working from home/ flexible start and finish times
• 25 holiday days plus bank holidays- 26 days after 5 years’ service/ 27 days after 10 years’ service
• Shared Incentive Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance (you and your spouse/ partner)- 6 x salary
• Ill Health Income Protection/ Private Medical Insurance- 50% of salary

About You:

• Hold a recognised Modern Apprenticeship, Trade Papers, or SVQ/NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in an engineering or technical discipline
• Previous experience gained within construction, manufacturing, marine, defence, or similar engineering environments
• Good understanding of SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) and COSHH requirements, with the ability to follow safe systems of work and site safety procedures
• Ability to interpret and work from engineering drawings and technical documentation to accurately measure, cut, shape, and assemble components
• Strong practical engineering and craftsmanship skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Capable of producing high-quality work within regulated and safety-critical environments

You must be eligible to apply for SC clearance and, therefore, must hold a British passport and have lived and worked in the UK for the past 5 years

About Aeropeople:

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