Technical Assistant – Motors & Mechanics – Italy
Location: Italy
Rate: Competitive contract rate
Employment Type: Contract
Start Date: November 2026
Role Conditions
- Contract Length: Ongoing – long term
- Hours: Full-time
- Overtime: Available depending on project requirements
- Travel Expenses: Travel at the start and end of contract provided
- Accommodation: Not provided
- Per diem: Yes
- Transport: Own transport required for movement around the base
- PPE: Provided
About the Role
JMC Aviation is recruiting experienced Technical Assistants – Motors & Mechanics to support an ongoing aerospace project in Italy.
The successful candidates will have experience working with metalworking machines, workshop tools, maintenance systems and motor/mechanical components.
Machinery and tools will be provided by the customer.
Key Responsibilities
- Working with metalworking machines and workshop tools.
- Supporting mechanical and maintenance activities.
- Working with motor and mechanical components.
- Following technical instructions, drawings and customer procedures.
- Ensuring work is completed to the required quality standards.
- Maintaining a clean and FOD-free working environment.
- Following all applicable site, safety and security procedures.
- Reporting any defects, issues or discrepancies as required.
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
- Proven experience in a technical, mechanical, maintenance or workshop environment.
- Familiarity with metalworking machines and workshop tools.
- Familiarity with maintenance systems and motor/mechanical parts.
- Ability to follow technical instructions and procedures.
- Good understanding of workplace safety and quality standards.
- Willingness to complete and maintain mandatory aerospace/site training, including:
- FOD
- HF
- SMS
- MAL/NAM
- EWIS
- FTS
- MMOE
- MANMAN
- Must meet applicable aerospace/customer qualification requirements.
- Must comply with applicable Italian safety requirements, including D.Lgs 81/2008 and DPCM 6 Nov 2015 n.5.
- Own transport required for movement around the base.
- Right to work in the EU.
Desirable:
- Previous experience within an aerospace, aviation, manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Experience in mechanical maintenance or production.
- Experience working to technical documentation and quality procedures.
- Previous experience working on an aircraft production or MRO site.
Why Work with JMC Aviation?
At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles — contract or permanent.
- Industry-leading compliance support
- Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
- Dedicated recruitment consultant
- Placements across the globe
- Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector
How to Apply
Submit your up-to-date CV, along with copies of your right to work documents to:
Compliance & Equal Opportunities
JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.
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