Aircraft Mechanic

Meritus; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Meritus is seeking a maintenance engineer to efficiently and safely carry out maintenance and technical tasks in line with approved procedures, data, and regulatory requirements. The role ensures safety, quality, compliance, and operational effectiveness across shifts.

The successful candidate will have an engineering apprenticeship or equivalent, with knowledge of aviation-related safety and documentation systems, and the ability to work independently or in a team to support safety and

Qualifications

• Relevant engineering apprenticeship, vocational training, military technical training, or equivalent practical experience.
• Awareness of Human Factors and other relevant safety and compliance training requirements.
• Working knowledge of company processes, procedures, and maintenance documentation systems.
• Basic understanding of applicable aviation, engineering, health and safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Basic IT literacy and experience using workplace systems and documentation tools.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and repair activities as directed by supervisors and in accordance with approved technical data, procedures, and company requirements.
• Comply with all company Health & Safety policies, procedures, and reporting requirements, including the reporting of accidents, hazards, and near misses.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and ensure a safe and organised working environment.
• Follow approved instructions, procedures, and regulatory requirements at all times.
• Ensure all work undertaken is accurately recorded and documented to the required standard.
• Participate in effective shift and task handovers to maintain continuity and safety.
• Maintain and control personal tools, equipment, and work assets in accordance with company procedures.
• Identify and report safety, quality, compliance, or airworthiness concerns through the appropriate internal reporting channels.
• Support the achievement of operational, safety, quality, and customer-service objectives.

Job description

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE

To efficiently and safely carry out maintenance and technical tasks in accordance with approved procedures, technical data, regulatory requirements, and company standards, ensuring safety, quality, compliance, and operational effectiveness at all times.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out maintenance and repair activities as directed by supervisors and in accordance with approved technical data, procedures, and company requirements.
• Comply with all company Health & Safety policies, procedures, and reporting requirements, including the reporting of accidents, hazards, and near misses.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and ensure a safe and organised working environment.
• Follow approved instructions, procedures, and regulatory requirements at all times.
• Ensure all work undertaken is accurately recorded and documented to the required standard.
• Participate in effective shift and task handovers to maintain continuity and safety.
• Maintain and control personal tools, equipment, and work assets in accordance with company procedures.
• Identify and report safety, quality, compliance, or airworthiness concerns through the appropriate internal reporting channels.
• Support the achievement of operational, safety, quality, and customer-service objectives.

KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Relevant engineering apprenticeship, vocational training, military technical training, or equivalent practical experience.
• Awareness of Human Factors and other relevant safety and compliance training requirements.
• Working knowledge of company processes, procedures, and maintenance documentation systems.
• Basic understanding of applicable aviation, engineering, health and safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Basic IT literacy and experience using workplace systems and documentation tools.

SKILLS, BEHAVIOURS & COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning, development, and performance improvement.
• Communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, customers, and stakeholders.
• Willing and confident to challenge unsafe practices and behaviours that conflict with company values or procedures.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team, using initiative to identify and resolve problems where appropriate.
• Understands the importance of efficiency, productivity, and cost awareness.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Honest, dependable, and professional, with a positive and proactive attitude.
• Demonstrates behaviours aligned with company values and contributes positively to the workplace culture.
• Supports teamwork and collaboration to maximise individual and team performance.
• Flexible and adaptable in responding to operational and business requirements, including working at alternative locations when required