Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Permanent)

Babcock Canada Inc.; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation services provider in Victoria is looking for an Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to assist with maintenance tasks on AW169 aircraft under supervision. Candidates should have an accredited AME program background and experience with rotary-wing aircraft. This role offers a supportive work environment, skills development, and a competitive compensation package including health and wellness benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Flexible schedules

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or graduated from an accredited AME program.
• Experience with rotary-wing aircraft, especially Leonardo AW169.
• Willingness to undertake shift work and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and in teams on scheduled maintenance under licensed AME supervision.
• Maintain, modify, test, diagnose, and repair AW169 aircraft systems.
• Follow safety policies, manuals, and guidelines.

Skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in English

Ability to work in confined spaces

Ability to work at heights

Education

Accredited AME program

Tools

CAMP

Winair

Job description

Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Permanent)

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Position: Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Permanent Full Time)

Location: Parksville, BC

Expected Salary: $19.13 to $30.60 hourly

Compensation: An extensive benefits package is provided. Final salary will consider skills, experience, and internal equity, and will be part of a competitive total compensation package.

About Babcock:

Babcock International specializes in technology integration, asset management, and training across sectors including Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear. In Canada, Babcock provides services to the aviation sector, including wildfire suppression, air ambulance services, and upcoming rotary wing operations supporting Ascent Helicopters for the BC government.

Our Principles:

• Challenge the status quo, be curious, and ask, ‘how might we?’
• Focus on outcomes and positive impacts.
• Be kind to ourselves, each other, and our planet.
• Collaborate effectively.
• Be courageous and ambitious.
• Own and deliver your part for success.

We acknowledge the traditional territories of Indigenous Nations across Canada and are committed to respectful relations and community engagement.

Learn more at www.babcockcanada.com.

Role Responsibilities:

• Work independently and in teams on scheduled maintenance under licensed AME supervision.
• Maintain, modify, test, diagnose, and repair AW169 aircraft systems.
• Complete task documentation in CAMP.
• Use aviation tools, diagnostic equipment, and PPE properly.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Perform aircraft cleaning duties (interior and exterior).
• Follow safety policies, manuals, and guidelines.
• Report hazards, incidents, and complete labor entries accurately.
• Perform tasks according to Transport Canada standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Candidate Requirements:

• Enrolled in or graduated from an accredited AME program.
• Experience with rotary-wing aircraft, especially Leonardo AW169.
• Experience with CAMP, Winair, or similar programs.
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency in English.
• Physical ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and for extended periods.
• Willingness to undertake shift work and travel as needed.
• Eligible for RAIC, legally able to work in Canada, hold a driver’s license.

Why Join Us:

We offer a supportive environment with advanced tools, career development opportunities, and a comprehensive rewards package including health/dental, wellness days, flexible schedules, parental leave top-up, retirement matching, recognition, professional development, and relocation assistance.

We promote a diverse, inclusive workforce and accommodate applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process.

Apply online at https://www.babcockinternational.com/careers/.