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What We Are Looking For
Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) is a defence engineering company based in the UK. We design, manufacture and support military vehicles used by the British Army and international customers.
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We are currently recruiting for
Surface Treatment & Paint Technician to join MIV Boxer Production Team.
The individual in this role will report directly to the ‘Team Leader Surface Treatment’ and be responsible for the surface preparation and paint application of vehicles, components, assemblies and welded structures to the relevant quality and accreditation standards.
Position Duties and Responsibilities (Including but not limited to):-
- Preparation and painting/coating application of military vehicles and components, following all relevant work instructions, quality standards and SHE requirements.
- Undertake a wide range of paint preparation i.e. masking, sanding and cleaning.
- May be required to carry out grit blasting tasks (Training will be provided).
- Repair/ re-application of damaged areas of paint.
- Ensure compliance with company Health, Safety & Environmental Policy requirements, and take any reasonable steps and precautions to protect or minimise harm to the workplace, its employees and the environment.
- Maintain a safe and efficient working area in accordance with 5S requirements, whilst adhering to a specified production schedule.
- Check the quality of own work, ensuring traceability through self-certification of production documentation records.
- Perform crane operation and lifting tasks in accordance with safe working practices and instructions (If required, training or refresher training will be provided).
What Qualifications You Should Have
Required:-
- Level 1 qualification in Engineering/Manufacturing surface treatment bias, working within an engineering or production environment in a similar industry.
- Significant experience in painting and surface treatment experience in a vehicle, defence, or other similar industry role.
- Strong understanding and working knowledge of Paint technologies and standards relating to vehicle or industrial painting.
- Be able to read and interpret paint schemes and work instructions to understand specifications, tolerances and required materials to carry out the required task.
- Understanding and application of quality control within the surface treatment area.
- UK MOD ‘SC’ security clearance needed (If no SC yet, RBSL will sponsor application).
- Motivated and disciplined with an excellent work ethic, technical aptitude, continuous improvement mind-set and can demonstrate attention to detail.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, as part of a team, or individually.
- Communication skills & ability to work within a high performing team.
Desirable / advantageous:-
- Automotive/Industrial Painting Apprenticeship.
- Grit blasting experience.
- Heavy goods vehicle licence (HGV Licence).
" Working at RBSL has been an incredible experience for me. "
" I would highly recommend RBSL to anyone looking for a workplace where they can feel trusted and respected, where personal growth and development is not only welcomed but also encouraged. It is also a fantastic and exciting opportunity to be involved with a determined team who are helping to shape the future capability of the British army by producing key platforms such as BOXER MIV and Challenger 3. "
- Gareth, Team Leader Surface Treatment, Operations
What We Offer You
We want RBSL to be an employer of choice and for our employees to build a career they can be proud of with us. Through our contracts to deliver world-class products and support, we are able to offer great opportunities for personal development and career advancement through specialist technical roles, essential support functions and leadership positions.
- Competitive salaries reviewed each year against market
- Annual incentive scheme
- Life assurance
- 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
- Long Service rewards with additional holiday
- Holiday purchase scheme
- Health cash plan
- Employer pension contributions up to 10%
- Salary sacrifice benefits including cycle to work and electric vehicles schemes
- Access to high street and gym discounts and cashback
- Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Contact Person: Iwona Kurpiewska
