Touring Helicopter B1.3 Engineer – United Arab Emirates

Heli Preflight; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Heli Preflight seeks a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) with B1.3 approval to support rotary-wing aircraft maintenance, repair and servicing. The role emphasizes safe practices, regulatory compliance and strong problem-solving in demanding offshore environments.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of certifying experience on rotary-wing types, 2 active type ratings, and a track record in offshore oil & gas support. Rotation is 8 weeks on / 4 weeks off, with location in the UAE.

Qualifications

• Valid GCAA License (B1.3) or ICAO/ UK/EASA equivalents convertible to GCAA.
• Minimum 8+ years of certifying experience as a B1.3 engineer on rotary-wing aircraft.
• Minimum 2 active Type Ratings on rotary-wing aircraft types operated by ADA.

Responsibilities

• Execute safe, efficient maintenance, repair and servicing on rotary-wing aircraft.
• Ensure compliance with airworthiness regulations and aviation safety standards.
• Support offshore/ocean offshore operations and remote environments.

Skills

LAME

Rotary Wing

Type Rating

GCAA Part-66

Job description

Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) – B1.3

Description

We are seeking highly skilled and experienced Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (LAME) specializing in Rotary Wing aircraft to join our Engineering Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing safe and efficient processes in aircraft repair, maintenance & servicing to meet operational demands, assist in accomplishment of the company’s goals & objectives and to grow internal certification capabilities. Work schedule is 8 weeks on / 4 weeks off rotation.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements:

• Valid GCAA License (B1.3 Mechanical) or an equivalent ICAO Type II / UK CAA Part-66 / EASA Part-66 B1.3 AML directly convertible to GCAA.
• Minimum 2 active Type Ratings on rotary-wing aircraft types operated by ADA (AW139, AW169, Bell 412, Bell 212, H145).
• Minimum 8+ years of certifying experience as a B1.3 engineer on relevant rotary-wing aircraft types.

Preferred / Additional Qualifications:

• Proven background in offshore oil & gas support operations.
• Valid UAE or international driving license.
• In-depth knowledge of GCAA / EASA airworthiness regulations, human factors, and aviation safety standards.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure in remote/offshore environments.