M&E Global Resources is a defence contractor undertaking services on complex military equipment and aircraft for UK and US contractors. We have a fantastic opportunity for a Sheet Metal Mechanic to join our team. The Role Based in Stuttgart, Germany you’ll get to work alongside our dedicated workforce on a US Military base. Prior experience as a Sheet Metal Mechanic will be required, although additional training will be provided on site. This role is a fantastic chance for you to further develop your skills as a Sheet Metal Mechanic, working on a diverse range of equipment in an exciting environment. Essential duties and responsibilities To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to fulfil each of the following essential duties: * Inspect and troubleshoot to determine cause of malfunctions; disassemble to point of trouble; adjust, repair, realign, fabricate, or replace defective components or assemblies. * Assemble structural parts and components to meet requirements. * Perform structural repair, modification, and corrosion protection treatment with respect to original strength, weight, and contour to maintain structural integrity. * Ability to use jigs, fixtures, forms, and mouldings. * Use metalworking equipment and tools to form, cut, bend, and fasten replacement or repair parts to damaged structures and components. * Incorporate authorised modifications and changes. * Must have skill in reading, applying, and interpreting technical data including schematics and engineering drawings. * Assemble repairs using special fasteners and adhesives. * Maintain and inspect tools and equipment. * Assess damage to aircraft structural components. * Check repairs for serviceability according to specifications and technical publications. * Treat corrosion using mechanical and chemical procedures. * Store, handle, and dispose of hazardous waste and materials according to environmental standards. * Post entries and maintain maintenance and inspection records. * Input, validate, and analyse data processed to automated systems. Clears and closes out completed maintenance discrepancies in automated maintenance systems. * Recommend methods to improve equipment performance and maintenance procedures. * Prepare forms and records related to aircraft maintenance. * Perform additional duties as required. * Perform other qualified duties as assigned. Deployment package and additional benefits Our recruitment team will be happy to discuss the deployment package and additional benefits in more detail. Here is a general outline*: * Extremely competitive rates of pay. * Sign-On Bonus. * £250 towards you travelling to Germany. * Working hours Monday to Friday. * Paid holiday entitlement + bank holidays. * Annual Completion Bonus. * Training given to enhance your skillset. * Assistance with finding accommodation. * All tools will be included on this contract. This is a great opportunity to work overseas, continue a career in contracting or experience it for the first time. Do you know someone who would be suitable for this role? We offer a referral fee of £250 for anyone you refer to this contract that we hire. They must be a new referral, previously unknown to us and complete 12 weeks work on contract. * The deployment package varies from role to role and will depend on your current circumstances