Aircraft Painter

ALG Talent is hiring Aircraft Paint Technicians on behalf of our client, a globally recognised leader in business aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our client has successfully relocated experienced aircraft paint technicians from around the world.

This is a permanent role. UK Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship is provided, and relocation support is available for experienced candidates.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft surfaces for painting including stripping, sanding, grinding, buffing, masking, and sealing.
• Apply Alodine, putty, primer, and base coat to aircraft surfaces using spray guns and related painting equipment.
• Apply stripes, decals, vinyl appliques, and custom artwork to aircraft surfaces per engineering drawings and customer instructions.
• Perform touch-up, polishing, and spot-in work to achieve a high-quality finished appearance.
• Mix and manage different paint systems including high solids, conventional, lacquer, and metallic paints.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, customer instructions, maintenance manuals, and design renderings.
• Set up and operate paint pots, spray guns, and related painting equipment.
• Perform colour matching and metallic blending applications (senior grades).
• Carry out laser eye and projection image lay-outs for custom stripe and artwork applications (senior grades).
• Interface professionally with customers, design teams, and sales department as required.
• Train and mentor junior paint technicians.
• Document all work performed in accordance with the Inspection Procedures Manual (IPM).
• Adhere to all safety procedures including use of respirator and PPE.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 3 to 4 years of hands-on aircraft painting experience in an aerospace or MRO environment.
• Candidates with 6 or more years of experience will be considered for senior (Master) grade positions.
• Proven experience in aircraft surface preparation: stripping, sanding, buffing, masking, and priming.
• Proficiency with spray guns, paint pots, and related painting equipment.
• Working knowledge of paint mixing and various paint systems (high solids, conventional, lacquer).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and maintenance manuals.
• Ability to accurately identify and distinguish colours is essential for this role due to aircraft paint matching and inspection requirements.
• Ability and willingness to wear a respirator throughout the workday.
• Able to work in a non-air-conditioned hangar environment and safely perform duties involving paints, coatings, and approved chemicals while using the required PPE and respirator.
• Strong English communication skills, written and spoken.
• Willingness to relocate permanently to the United Kingdom.
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (40 hours per week).

Other Details

• Permanent employment with a globally recognised aviation MRO organisation.
• UK Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship provided.
• Relocation support available for experienced candidates (details discussed at offer stage).
• Eligible to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years in the UK, subject to prevailing immigration rules.
• Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, London, United Kingdom.

If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW! Do note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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