Aircraft Engineer

Reed; Barry; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aircraft engineering company is seeking a highly motivated B1/B2 Engineer in West Cardiff, Wales. The role involves carrying out aircraft maintenance, supervising team members, and adhering to maintenance standards. Candidates must hold an EASA B1/B2 License and have recent experience with specified aircraft types. The company offers competitive benefits including 25 days of annual leave and private medical care.

Benefits

Paid annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays

Private medical care

Company annual bonus

Company pension plan

Qualifications

• EASA B1/B2 License with relevant aircraft types.
• Recent 6 months experience on A330, A320, or B737 in the last 24 months.
• Knowledge of industry standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out aircraft maintenance according to work orders.
• Ensure maintenance documentation is completed.
• Support team members with maintenance issues.

Skills

EASA B1/B2 License

Inspection procedures knowledge

Organisational skills

Line maintenance experience

Job description

Overview

• Annual Salary: £80,000 - £87,000
• Location: West Cardiff, Wales
• Job Type: Full-time - (Shift Work: 5 on, 4 off, 4 on, 5 off – all day shifts)

Reed is seeking a highly motivated B1/B2 Engineer to join a leading aircraft engineering client. This role involves a range of maintenance activities, both scheduled and unscheduled, in response to customer work orders and requirements. You will play a crucial role in supervising and mentoring team members, ensuring the smooth operation of our services while adhering to Part 145 maintenance standards, internal processes, and customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out aircraft maintenance as defined by customer work orders, in accordance with Maintenance MOE and relevant procedures.
• Ensure all maintenance documentation and forms are fully completed, including those of team members, and that all required reporting is performed in a timely manner.
• Perform maintenance activities efficiently and promptly to meet service demands.
• Liaise with management regarding progress, manpower, critical path, and third-party requirements.
• Provide necessary support to team members on maintenance-related issues to ensure aircraft safety and reliability.
• Maintain standard engineering practices, including task control, general husbandry, workplace cleanliness, and FOD prevention/rectification measures.

Qualifications

• EASA B1/B2 License with types: A330 (GE CF6, PW 4000, RR Trent 700), A320 (CFM56, IAE V2500), or B737 (CFM56).
• Recent experience, with at least six months in the last twenty-four months, on the aforementioned types or similar.
• Strong knowledge of inspection procedures, methods, equipment, and accepted industry standards.
• Highly organised and capable of prioritising work in a fast-paced environment.
• Profound knowledge of line maintenance and quality management processes in large jet maintenance & engineering.

Benefits

• Paid annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Private medical care.
• Company annual bonus.
• Company pension plan.

If this is an opportunity you are interested in, please apply below!