Survival Equipment Technician - Carbon60

Contract Role: Survival Role Equipment Technician - Defence Aerospace

Location: Brize NortonNationality Requirement: British Nationals onlyIR35 Status: Inside IR35Contract Duration: Until 15 March 2026 (with potential for extension)Working Pattern: 35 hours per week, across 4.5 days (between 07:00-19:00, hours set at business discretion)Rate:

• £27.00per hour (Umbrella)
• £20.18 per hour (PAYE)
  
  

Overview:A leading defence aerospace organisation is seeking four skilled contractors to join its Role Equipment Bay team. These positions are critical to the maintenance and readiness of survival and role-specific aircraft equipment, supporting operational delivery in a high-tempo environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Service chemical oxygen generators in line with OEM and regulatory standards
• Inspect, repack, and maintain life vests and survival equipment
• Input accurate data into maintenance systems and technical records
• Apply corrosion prevention compounds to relevant components
• Conduct daily servicing of Class 3 role equipment
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and procedural standards
• Support continuous improvement and maintain 6S workplace standards
  
  

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience in servicing survival and/or role equipment
• Ability to interpret technical publications and follow regulated maintenance practices
• Competence in using digital tools and maintenance data systems
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently or within a team
  
  

Desirable Experience

• Background in defence aerospace or military MRO environments
• Familiarity with A400M or similar military transport platforms
• Understanding of human factors, FOD prevention, and tool control
  
  

Security Requirements

• Must have the right to work in the UK
• Ability to obtain BPSS clearance
  
  

If you are interested please apply directly or for more information call Ellie at Carbon60 Fareham on 02039106419.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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