Aircraft Line Maintenance Mechanic in Carterton, Oxfordshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Carterton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation services provider in Carterton is seeking an Aircraft Line Maintenance Mechanic. You will support the operational readiness of aircraft, performing routine maintenance and inspections in a high-quality safety environment. Candidates should have a recognized engineering apprenticeship and a minimum of 3 years experience in operational aircraft maintenance. This role offers competitive pay of £27.00 per hour, with a contract until December 2026, and the potential for an extension.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in operational aircraft maintenance.
• Experience maintaining commercial or military transport aircraft.
• Must be comfortable working at height.

Responsibilities

• Carry out line maintenance activities and fault rectification.
• Ensure compliance with technical and administrative procedures.
• Perform daily and weekly vehicle checks.

Skills

Operational aircraft maintenance

Technical manual familiarity

Environmental Health and Safety compliance

Strong communication

Education

Recognised engineering apprenticeship

EASA Cat 'A' Licence

Job description

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Aircraft Line Maintenance Mechanic - Brize Norton

• Location: Brize Norton, Oxfordshire
• Shift Pattern: Days and nights (5 on, 4 off, 5 on; 6am-6pm, then 6pm-6am)
• Hours: Average 42 hours per week
• Pay: £27.00 per hour (Umbrella) / £20.18 per hour (PAYE) + 13.88% shift uplift
• Contract: Until December 2026, with likely extension
• Security Clearance: SC clearance and British
• IR35 Status: Off-payroll working rules (IR35) apply

About the Role

Join a military aviation team at Brize Norton as a Line Maintenance Mechanic, supporting the operational readiness of a key aircraft. You'll perform safe maintenance, inspections, and routine work in the flightline environment, ensuring all work is completed on time and to the highest standards of safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out line maintenance activities, routine/scheduled maintenance, and fault rectification under supervision
• Complete allocated tasks to maintain on‑time performance, including defect rectification and planned maintenance
• Ensure compliance with company technical and administrative procedures, including Environmental Health and Safety Policy
• Perform daily and weekly vehicle checks, restock consumables, adhere to tool control, and report damaged equipment
• Support ongoing Team Atlas improvement initiatives and provide occasional workshop support
• Undertake required continuation training and maintain approval
• Maintain good communication and customer focus, both internally and externally

About You

• Recognised engineering apprenticeship and minimum 3 years' experience in operational aircraft maintenance and/or EASA Cat 'A' Licence
• Experience maintaining commercial or military transport aircraft (line and base maintenance desirable)
• Familiarity with aircraft technical manuals and instructions
• Strong technical and engineering background within the aviation industry
• Must be comfortable working at height; training provided for operating mobile working platforms

Ready to apply? If you have a passion for aviation and hands‑on aircraft maintenance experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join a strong team keeping the fleet mission‑ready. For more details please call Ellie at Carbon60 on (phone number removed).

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