Hercules Propellers Ltd

Specialise in the design and manufacture and repair of aeroplane propellers for a range of historic aircraft such as the Tiger Moth, Spitfire and Mustang. 

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Hercules are keen to recruit an experienced mechanical engineer to lead the department which services and overhauls variable pitch propellers for customers around the world. 

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The role involves the following tasks: 

• Co-ordinating the processes involved in each propeller overhaul.
• Disassembly and cleaning of propellers for overhaul inspection.
• Visual inspection of parts for wear and damage.
• Accurate measurement of parts to check for compliance with maintenance data.

• Identifying the new parts required for rebuild of the propeller. 

• Occasional zinc-nickel plating of parts which require re-plating. 

• Propeller blade overhaul, including sanding of blades for painting, frequency check and static balance. 

• Propeller assembly. 

• Upkeep of paperwork records for each overhaul. 

• Supervision of assistants. 

• Ensuring the overhaul workshop is kept tidy. 

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As in any small company, the role may expand to cover other aspects of the business, subject to the candidate having the appropriate skills and inclination to get involved. 

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A successful candidate will have the following skills 

• Sound mechanical engineering knowledge. 

• Practical hands-on engineering skills. 

• Ability to read and understand technical data, manuals, drawings, specifications. 

• Experienced in measurement of component parts using a wide variety of inspection gauges such as vernier, micrometer and height Gauges. 

• Motivated and ambitious with a desire to be part of a growing team in an interesting field.
• Past experience in the aerospace sector will be an advantage although not a necessity.

The role is full time. Full specific training will be given. Based in Stroud, Gloucestershire
Ideally looking for a careful, conscientious perfectionist with an interest in heritage engineering. 

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From £19.50 per hour (£40,560 p.a.) to £21.50 per hour (£44,720 p.a.) depending on experience. 40 hour week. 

28 days holiday pay including bank holidays