Aircraft Mechanic

Meritus Talent; Costessey; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced sick pay

Long annual leave

Health Shield cash plan

Subsidised on site canteen

6% employer pension

Life assurance

Retail discounts

Cycle to Work

EV scheme

Wellbeing support

Social club

Long service awards

Free on site parking

Job summary

Meritus Talent is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic for our Norwich-based role offering a 37.5-hour week on a seasonal pattern and a salary of £38,608. You will join a regulated maintenance team performing aircraft upkeep using approved data, with emphasis on safety, quality and airworthiness.

Ideal candidates hold an Apprenticeship in Aircraft Engineering or equivalent Armed Forces training, with basic IT and documentation skills, and a willingness to work within a structured shift schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience in aircraft maintenance using approved maintenance data.
• Knowledge of airworthiness standards and safety policies.
• Familiarity with Part 145 requirements.
• Willingness to work seasonal shift pattern.
• Good documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out aircraft maintenance in accordance with approved maintenance data and company procedures.
• Complete maintenance activities safely, efficiently and to the required airworthiness standards.
• Ensure all maintenance work is accurately documented.
• Follow all company Health & Safety policies and report any hazards, incidents or near misses.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards within the work area.
• Ensure effective shift handovers.
• Maintain and control personal tooling in line with company procedures.
• Report airworthiness and safety concerns through the internal reporting system.
• Support aircraft maintenance activities at outstations when required.

Skills

Basic IT skills

Maintenance documentation knowledge

Effective communication

Education

Aircraft Engineering Apprenticeship

Armed Forces aircraft training

Job description

Aircraft Mechanic (7 positions available)

Location: Norwich

Salary: £38,608

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (seasonal working pattern)

The Opportunity

We're looking for an experienced Aircraft Mechanic to join a well established aircraft maintenance organisation supporting base maintenance operations in a regulated Part 145 environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable employer offering a strong benefits package, structured working hours, and long term career development. You'll work as part of a skilled maintenance team carrying out aircraft maintenance in accordance with approved maintenance data while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality and airworthiness.

Working Hours

This role operates on a seasonal shift pattern:

Winter (Mid October to Mid April)

• Monday to Thursday: 07:30 to 16:30
• Friday: 07:30 to 16:00

Summer (Mid April to Mid October)

• Monday to Thursday: 07:30 to 14:30
• Friday: 07:30 to 14:00

Depending on your start date, summer hours may temporarily be 07:30 to 15:30 to maintain the annual average working week.

Responsibilities

As an Aircraft Mechanic, you will:

• Carry out aircraft maintenance in accordance with approved maintenance data and company procedures.
• Complete maintenance activities safely, efficiently and to the required airworthiness standards.
• Ensure all maintenance work is accurately documented.
• Follow all company Health & Safety policies and report any hazards, incidents or near misses.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards within the work area.
• Ensure effective shift handovers.
• Maintain and control personal tooling in line with company procedures.
• Report airworthiness and safety concerns through the internal reporting system.
• Support aircraft maintenance activities at outstations when required.

What We're Looking For

To be considered, you'll ideally have:

• A recognised Aircraft Engineering Apprenticeship or Armed Forces aircraft engineering training.
• Human Factors training.
• Fuel Tank Safety (FTS) training.
• EWIS (Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems) training.
• Basic understanding of UK CAA/EASA Part 145 requirements and Health & Safety legislation.
• Basic IT skills.
• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance documentation and approved maintenance procedures.

About You

You'll be someone who:

• Takes pride in producing high quality work.
• Communicates effectively with colleagues across the maintenance team.
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Has a proactive, positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Manages time effectively and works efficiently.
• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism and accountability.
• Is confident raising safety or quality concerns where appropriate.
• Understands the importance of delivering work safely, compliantly and on time.

Benefits

In return, you'll receive an excellent package including:

• Salary of £38,608
• Enhanced sick pay that increases with length of service
• Additional annual leave for long service
• Health Shield cash plan
• Subsidised on site canteen
• Stakeholder pension with up to 6% employer contribution
• Life assurance
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Electric Vehicle scheme
• Wellbeing support
• Active social club and company events
• Long service awards
• Free on site parking