A400M Line Maintenance Aircraft Mechanic

Aviation JobSearch Europa; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Arden White Aviation & Aerospace Recruitment is seeking an experienced Aircraft Mechanic to support A400M line maintenance at RAF Brize Norton. This long-term contract role offers stable shifts and exposure to a high-profile military platform.

You will perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, work with cross-trades, and ensure compliance with technical documentation and safety standards on a demanding airfield environment.

Qualifications

• Aircraft maintenance qualification (NVQ Level 3 / Apprenticeship) or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years’ relevant aircraft experience.
• Completed competency assessment.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong safety awareness and communication skills.
• Ability to operate ground power equipment (GPU/powerset).
• Eligible for UK Security Clearance.
• Full UK passport required.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft maintenance tasks as directed.
• Support cross-trade working to maintain safe and effective operations.
• Correct task booking and procedural compliance.
• Movement of tooling, equipment and aircraft components.
• Aircraft cleaning and housekeeping of work areas.
• Servicing aircraft systems (including toilets).
• Spill containment and environmental compliance.
• Assist with aircraft manoeuvring.
• Waste management and recycling compliance.
• Reporting safety concerns promptly.
• Maintaining tools and equipment in safe working condition.
• Support off-site/AOG requirements when required.
• Maintain awareness of operational Read & Sign notices.

Skills

Aircraft experience

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Communication

GPU operation

Security clearance

UK passport

Competency assessment

Education

Aircraft maintenance qualification

Job description

Arden White Aviation & Aerospace Recruitment is seeking an experienced Aircraft Mechanic to support A400M line maintenance at RAF Brize Norton. This long-term contract role offers stable shifts and exposure to a high-profile military platform.

You will perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, work with cross-trades, and ensure compliance with technical documentation and safety standards on a demanding airfield environment.