B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer
South Wales
Salary
£92k nights £86k days. (can sponsor)
Working Hours
Seasonal Shift 1: Monday - Thursday 07:00 - 18:15. Friday 07:00 - 14:30.
Seasonal Shift 2: 5 days on/4 off, 5/4, 5/5 - 07:00 - 18:15
Seasonal Shift 3: 7 days on/7 off - 07:00 - 18:15
The Role
We are seeking experienced B1 Engineers to join a dedicated base maintenance team, responsible for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance across a range of commercial aircraft. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will supervise technicians and mechanics, manage resources effectively, and ensure full compliance with Part 145 regulations, company procedures and customer SLAs.
Licensing and Type Ratings
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Valid B1 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence (UK CAA AML or EASA AML)
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Current type rating and recency on either Boeing or Airbus family aircraft
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Desirable: Type rating and recency on Boeing 737 Classic/NG, 757, 767 or Airbus A320 family
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Willingness to complete further type training provided by the company
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and supervise teams during base maintenance checks
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Mentor and delegate to junior staff to ensure smooth operations
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Complete and review all documentation in line with MOE and published procedures
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Report maintenance requirements and issues to planners and management in a timely manner
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Manage task timings and accuracy of bookings on task cards
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Oversee correct storage, racking and serviceability of aircraft components
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Maintain a clean, safe and compliant hangar environment, preventing FOD and upholding engineering best practice
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Recommend improvements to processes and working practices
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Fulfil responsibilities in line with company policies and risk management frameworks
Requirements
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Minimum 5 years' aircraft maintenance experience, with at least 3 years in base maintenance
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Strong understanding of aircraft documentation and engineering practices
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Broad skill set across aircraft systems including rigging, component replacement and modifications
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Sound knowledge of structural assessment and repair
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In-depth understanding of aircraft systems
