Experienced Aircraft Mechanic B1

Zimex Aviation Ltd.; Thal; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse fleet exposure

Independent work environment

Modern maintenance facility

International field-service

Job summary

Zimex Aviation Ltd. seeks an experienced EASA Part-66 B1 licensed aircraft mechanic to reinforce the Base Maintenance team in Altenrhein. You will work on a diverse fleet, perform maintenance, troubleshooting and ensure regulatory compliance.

Travel may be required; excellent attention to detail, reliability, and English proficiency are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• EASA Part-66 B1 license is mandatory.
• 2nd item
• Minimum 3 years of licensed B1 base/line maintenance experience.
• Type ratings on Cessna C208, DHC-6, Pilatus PC-6 or King Air B200.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance per authorities and manufacturers.
• Troubleshoot aircraft systems per manufacturer instructions.
• Carry out SBs and ADs per authority and manufacturer requirements.
• Perform mechanical and minor structural repairs as per instructions.
• Carry out system adjustments and checks; rectify snags during flight ops.
• Ensure paperwork is complete and compliant before aircraft delivery.
• Keep Hangar Manager informed of work status and parts required.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety at the workplace.
• Be deployable as an independent field service engineer/troubleshooter.

Skills

EASA Part-66 B1 license

B1 license experience 3+ years

Apprenticeship in mechanics

Type ratings listed (C208, DHC-6, PC-6

English proficiency

Education

Apprenticeship as a mechanic

Tools

Microsoft Word/Excel

Job description

Zimex Aviation is looking for an experienced, EASA Part-66 Category B1 licensed aircraft mechanic to reinforce our Base Maintenance team in Altenrhein. You bring several years of hands-on experience, work independently and reliably to the highest standards, and enjoy the variety of working on a diverse fleet. If you take pride in doing the job right, thrive on responsibility and are ready to travel when needed, we would like to hear from you.

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and troubleshooting in full compliance with the requirements of the pertinent authorities, the manufacturer's instructions and the general rules applicable to work on aircraft and components
• Troubleshoot aircraft systems in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
• Carry out Service Bulletins (SBs) and Airworthiness Directives (ADs) in full compliance with authority and manufacturer requirements
• Perform mechanical repairs and minor structural repairs as per the manufacturer's instructions
• Carry out system adjustments and operational checks, and rectify snags during flight operations
• Report unusual defects and occurrences (in accordance with AMC 20-8 / Regulation 2042/2003) into Prism safety
• Verify that all work is complete, paperwork is signed and technical documents are correctly completed prior to aircraft delivery
• Keep the Hangar Manager (or deputy) informed about the work situation, additional work or parts required, and any deviations from regulations or planned times
• Ensure cleanliness and occupational safety at your workplace
• Work independently according to the relevant regulations, and be deployable as an independent field service engineer / troubleshooter
• EASA Part-66 Category B1 aircraft maintenance licence (mandatory)
• Several years' proven experience as a licensed B1 engineer in Base and/or Line Maintenance (minimum 3 years)
• Completed apprenticeship as a mechanic or equivalent technical education
• Type rating on Cessna C208, DHC-6, Pilatus PC-6 or King Air B200
• Good command of English; PC skills (Word / Excel)
• High reliability, strong sense of responsibility and self-checking, commercial awareness
• Willingness to work flexible hours and to travel; team player who integrates well

What we offer

• A varied and responsible role working on a diverse fleet of aircraft
• Independent work within a small, experienced and highly professional team
• A modern Base Maintenance environment in Altenrhein, with occasional line maintenance assignments
• Interesting international field-service and troubleshooting assignments