Aircraft Mechanic - London Gatwick

British Airways PLC; Guildford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline company is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic to ensure fleet airworthiness. Responsibilities include conducting routine checks, maintenance tasks, and documenting changes. Candidates must have mechanical aptitude and at least 12 months of maintenance experience. A valid UK driving license is desirable. The role offers staff travel benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Unlimited standby tickets on British Airways flights

Discounted Hotline airfares

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 12 months demonstrable experience in aircraft maintenance is essential.
• Ability to hold airport restricted zone access is essential for the terminal role.
• Valid full UK driving license is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform servicing and maintenance tasks on aircraft or components.
• Ensure all aircraft in the fleet are airworthy.
• Record and document maintenance changes.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Self-motivation

Comprehension of technical publications

Education

Engineering NVQ level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

A career without limits

As the nation's flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

It's something we've been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world's first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.

This originality has been in our blood since day one. It's the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.

So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.

We know great things can happen when you're inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.

The role

It's an opportunity to learn new skills, develop your talents and advance your career. It's a chance to get to grips with a wide variety of aircraft and the kind of technical challenges that will put you to the test. Make the most of these and the only limit on how far you can go will be your ability and desire to get there.

Your focus will be on ensuring all aircraft in our fleet are airworthy. This means going above and beyond the standard set out by regulators to meet our own Engineering Quality procedures. This will involve carrying out a range of specific maintenance tasks, from component changes and routine checks to general visual and surveillance inspections. Recording and documenting these changes will also be a core part of your role.

Technical expertise

• Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment by adhering to quality, health, safety and environment regulations and housekeeping standards
• Ensure the requirements of competency checks in accordance with British Airways Quality procedures are met
• Carries out IT and documentary transactions as required, making full use of technology

What you'll do

• Under supervision, perform servicing and maintenance tasks as directed on aircraft or components as appropriate
• Driving and operation of vehicles, including mechanical handling, lifting equipment and elevated work platforms, to the limit of permits held

What you'll bring to British Airways

• Ability to comprehend technical publications and engineering procedures
• Mechanical aptitude, demonstrates airmanship, 3 months recent practical engineering experience. For internal candidates this would be supported by the relevant Mechanic sections of the Engineers logbook
• Self-motivated, capable of working with minimal supervision and as part of a team
• Demonstrates and contributes to a good health and safety culture
• Proficient with safety management and compliance systems

Your experience

• Valid full UK driving licence (or equivalent) (desirable)
• You must have at least 12 months demonstrable experience in aircraft maintenance. (essential)
• Ability to hold airport restricted zone access (essential for Terminal based role) and an airside driving permit (desirable)
• Engineering NVQ level 2 or equivalent
• Ability to hold Cat3 / HGV driving permit (desirable)

What we offer

We believe that all the people who work with us should feel valued for the part they play. It\'s one of the reasons our rewards go far beyond a competitive salary.

From the day you join us, you\'ll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights. You\'ll also receive up to 30 discounted Hotline\' airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.

At British airways you'll have the chance to take on new challenges and move forward in a way that feels right for you. We encourage all those who work for us to consider opportunities right across our business to help you develop and progress.

We never stand still, and we don't expect our people to either.

Inclusion & Diversity

We recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity, and identity to work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to be part of our journey to become a Better BA.