Aircraft Mechanic

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Shield cash plan

Subsidised on site canteen

Stakeholder pension with up to 6%

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

Enhanced sick pay

Job summary

Yolk Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Aircraft Mechanic in Norwich to join a well-established maintenance team. The role operates within a regulated Part 145 environment and involves seasonal shift patterns across winter and summer schedules.

You will carry out maintenance using approved data, ensure airworthiness, and document activities while adhering to safety and quality standards. The position offers a strong benefits package and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Human Factors training completed or gained.
• Fuel Tank Safety (FTS) training required or trained.
• EWIS training completed or in progress.
• Basic IT skills and computer literacy.
• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance documentation and approved procedures.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Human Factors training

Fuel Tank Safety training

EWIS training

Basic IT skills

Maintenance documentation knowledge

Education

Aircraft Engineering Apprenticeship or Armed Forces aircraft engineering training

Job description

Aircraft Mechanic (5 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