Aerospace Mechanic — Heavy Aircraft Maintenance (4-on/4-off)

British Airways; Barry; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff travel benefits

Pension scheme

Free parking

Discounts on travel & services

Job summary

British Airways Engineering Wales is looking for a skilled Mechanic to join our busy heavy maintenance team. You will work on routine maintenance, servicing, repairs and component changes on the wide body Boeing fleet (777-200/300, 787-8/9).

The role involves a 4 on 4 off shift pattern with strict adherence to safety and quality standards. You will sign off tasks under supervision and collaborate across the shift to meet maintenance deadlines.

Qualifications

• Recognised Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write and interpret engineering data (job cards and manuals).

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment through adherence to quality, health and safety and housekeeping standards.
• Under supervision, complete maintenance tasks as directed on aircraft or components on time.
• Sign off work on completion within the full scope of individual approval.
• Driving and operation of vehicles, including mechanical handling, lifting equipment and elevated work platforms, to the limit of permits held.
• Ensure and support effective communications within the shift/team.
• Support the delivery of departmental and directorate objectives by seeking ways to improve work tasks, processes and environment.

Skills

Engineering hand skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Effective communicator

PC literacy

Shift work

Confined spaces

Education

Recognised Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

British Airways Engineering Wales is looking for a skilled Mechanic to join our busy heavy maintenance team. You will work on routine maintenance, servicing, repairs and component changes on the wide body Boeing fleet (777-200/300, 787-8/9).

The role involves a 4 on 4 off shift pattern with strict adherence to safety and quality standards. You will sign off tasks under supervision and collaborate across the shift to meet maintenance deadlines.