Aircraft Mechanic

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

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced sick pay

Long service leave

Health cash plan

On-site canteen

Pension with 6% employer contribution

Life assurance

Retail discounts

Cycle to work

EV scheme

Wellbeing support

Social club & events

Long service awards

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Meritus Aircraft Maintenance is seeking an experienced Aircraft Mechanic to join our Norwich-based team, supporting base maintenance in a regulated Part 145 environment. This permanent, full-time role offers 37.5 hours per week with seasonal shifts and a strong benefits package.

You will carry out maintenance in accordance with approved data, document activities precisely, and uphold safety, quality and airworthiness standards while working within a skilled team.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Aircraft Apprenticeship/Armed Forces培训

Human Factors training

Fuel Tank Safety

EWIS training

CAA/EASA Part 145 knowledge

Basic IT skills

Maintenance documentation knowledge

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