Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Aviation JobSearch Europa; Slough; Sur place; GBP 45 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

4 day week

Flexible annual leave

Enhanced pension

Accommodation provided

Death in Service

Overtime available

Résumé du poste

JMC Aviation is recruiting a Workshop Team Leader to sign off routine maintenance, inspections and service bulletins on CFM56 and LEAP engines while supervising the shop floor and junior technicians. This role emphasizes safety, compliance and technical excellence within a dynamic environment.

The successful candidate will have an apprenticeship in aircraft maintenance and proven supervisory experience, with the ability to mentor engineers and ensure high-quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship within the aircraft industry.
• Hands-on leadership experience supervising engineers.
• Ability to mentor and develop junior engineers.

Responsabilités

• Perform inspection, disassembly, repair, and reassembly of aircraft engines and components.
• Certify completed work in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure maintenance activities meet airworthiness, safety, and quality standards.
• Act as Team Leader, overseeing tasks and supervising engineers.
• Mentor junior engineers and support learning and development.
• Interpret manuals, service bulletins and drawings.
• Conduct fault diagnosis and implement corrective actions.
• Complete and sign off maintenance documentation accurately.

Connaissances

Leadership

Mentoring

People management

Problem solving

Formation

Apprenticeship in aircraft industry

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Company Verification

• 4 day week (Mon-Thurs/Tues-Fri bi-weekly shift rotation)
• Flexible annual leave allowance
• Enhanced company pension
• Accommodation provided if required

JMC Aviation Verified

Job Title

Workshop Team Leader

Location

Heathrow/Slough

Employment Type

Permanent

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 4 day week (Mon-Thurs/Tues-Fri bi-weekly shift rotation)
• Flexible annual leave allowance
• Enhanced company pension
• Death in Service benefit
• Accommodation provided if required
• Overtime available

About The Role

On behalf of our client, a UK Independent organisation in the aviation industry, we are currently recruiting for a Workshop Team Leader to sign off routine maintenance, inspections and service bulletins on CFM56 and LEAP Series Aircraft Engines while overseeing the shop floor and supervising junior technicians. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic environment with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and technical excellence while encouraging great company culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform inspection, disassembly, repair, and reassembly of aircraft engines and components in line with approved procedures
• Certify completed work in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Ensure all maintenance activities meet airworthiness, safety, and quality standards
• Act as a Team Leader, overseeing maintenance tasks and supervising engineers where needed
• Mentoring junior engineers, supporting learning and development where needed
• Interpret technical manuals, service bulletins, and engineering drawings
• Conduct fault diagnosis and implement corrective actions
• Complete and sign off maintenance documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Support audits and ensure compliance with internal quality systems
• Liaise with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve technical issues
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment
• Performing supplementary shop and housekeeping duties as required
• Ensure compliance and Health and Safety procedures as required
• Follow technical drawings/procedures as needed
• Keeping relevant records updated

Candidate Requirements

• A recognised apprenticeship within the aircraft industry
• Previous experience gained working in an engine shop or aircraft MRO
• Ability to act as certifying staff for engine maintenance and release to service
• A hands-on leader, with the ability and experience supervising and mentoring engineers
• Experience performing maintenance on the following engine types would be advantageous: CFM, LEAP, V2500
• Competency to follow appropriate Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Engine Shop Manual procedures
• Demonstrate required knowledge of Quality Procedures, as well as EASA/FAA Part 145 requirements and procedures
• A sound computer literacy with a basic understanding of the Microsoft Office applications
• Must have Right to Work in UK

Why Work with JMC Aviation

At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles - contract or permanent.

• Industry-leading compliance support
• Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
• Dedicated recruitment consultant
• Placements across the globe
• Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector

Compliance & Equal Opportunities

JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.

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