Job title: Sheet Metal Worker - Fixed Wing
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Pay interval: Hourly
Location: Retford, UK
Job published: 2026-10-07
Job ID: 51297
Contact name: Billy McDougall
Phone number: +441412642353
Contact email: billy@volantesrecruitment.com

Job Description

Sheet Metal Worker – Fixed Wing (Contract)

Location: Retford / Gamston Airport
Duration: 2 months, starting ASAP
Rate: £35.00 per hour, Outside IR35

Volantes Technical Recruitment is looking for an experienced Sheet Metal Worker to join our client's fixed-wing maintenance team at Retford/Gamston Airport on a 2-month contract, starting as soon as possible.

The role

  • Carry out structural repairs and modifications on fixed-wing aircraft
  • Fabricate, fit and replace sheet metal components, including skin repairs, patches and doublers
  • Drill, countersink and rivet to approved standards
  • Work in accordance with the SRM, approved data and company procedures
  • Complete all work documentation accurately and on time

What you'll need

  • Proven experience as an aircraft Sheet Metal Worker / Structures Mechanic on fixed-wing aircraft
  • Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and repair schemes
  • Experience in a Part 145 or similar maintenance environment
  • Own tools
  • Right to work in the UK and available to start at short notice