Hydraulics Technician

Hydraulic Technician
West London
£30,000 - £35,000
Are you skilled in hydraulic systems and components? Join our team in West London as a Hydraulic Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in testing, repairing, and overhauling hydraulic components in accordance with manufacturers' procedures and customer requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities:

Clean hydraulic units for visual inspection
Paint strip components when necessary
Conduct visual inspections and create route sheets
Determine work scope based on conditions and customer requirements
Create condition reports for hydraulic assemblies
Disassemble and assemble hydraulic components following applicable manuals
Perform final functional testing prior to release to service
Collaborate with supporting departments for customer/technical information
Maintain awareness of build requirements, schedules, and priorities
Create bush logs and adhere to health and safety regulations
Communicate production-affecting issues to supervisors
Ensure compliance with Safety and Environmental Regulations and Company Procedures

Working Conditions:

Flexible working hours, including weekends and overtime
Contact with greases, oils, and manual handling
Use of hand tools, power tools, and complex machinery equipment
Maintain a clean and tidy working area to a 5s standard

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged standing with breaks throughout the day
Lifting heavy aircraft components

Education and Qualifications:

Minimum GCSE Level or equivalent
Aircraft-related apprenticeship and further education preferred
Experience in an EASA/FAA approved organization is advantageous

Experience and Knowledge:

Knowledge of hydraulic components and principles
Competency in basic hand tools and computer skills
Familiarity with word processing, spreadsheets, and databases

Personal Qualities:

Initiative-driven with strong analytical skills
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Good planning, organization, and administration skills
Ability to work under pressure and make decisions
Proficient in problem-solving and team collaboration

Other Requirements:

Right to work in the UK without any restrictions

If you have the necessary skills and experience, join us in this exciting role! Apply now and become an integral part of our dynamic team.