Aircraft Technician

British Airways; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

British Airways is seeking a A-Licence Aircraft Technician for Terminal 5 Shorthaul or Longhaul Operations. You’ll work under BA Engineering Quality Procedures, performing maintenance tasks and obtaining necessary authorisations. Strong teamwork and self-motivation are essential.

Shifts include 4 days, 2 days/2 nights or 4 nights. The role requires effective planning, safety adherence and the ability to operate within a busy aircraft maintenance environment.

Qualifications

• Holder of a CAA 66 Cat A or Cat B licence.
• Valid full UK driving licence (or equivalent).
• Ability to hold airport restricted zone access.
• Ability to hold an airside driving licence.
• Successful applicants must attain relevant authorisations for their work area.
• Cat3/HGV driving permit desirable.
• Ability to carry out aircraft headset functions.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance tasks, rectification of defects including component changes within the scope of appropriate Authorisation. Issue a CRS or Sign-Off as applicable.
• Support Planning by ensuring completion of tasks to agreed time scales.
• Maintain a safe working environment through adherence to quality, health and safety and housekeeping standards.
• Support the delivery of departmental and directorate objectives in line with company hallmarks, working flexibly to support maintenance activities.

Skills

Engineering procedures

Self-motivation

Prioritisation

Technical decision making

Education

CAA 66 Cat A or Cat B licence

Tools

Airside driving licence

Cat3/HGV driving permit

Job description

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: A-Licence Aircraft Technician – Terminal 5 Shorthaul or Longhaul Operations

The Technician grade is based on an CAA Part-66 Cat A or B licence and allows for Limited Maintenance Authorisation certification in accordance with BA Engineering Department Quality procedures, for specific maintenance tasks, component changes and routine checks personally performed by the individual.

What You’ll Do

Subject to authorisations held:

• Completion of maintenance tasks, rectification of defects including component changes within the scope of appropriate Authorisation as defined in British Airways Engineering Quality Procedures. Shall issue a CRS or Sign-Off as applicable for maintenance carried out.
• Support Planning by ensuring completion of tasks to agreed time scales
• Maintain a safe working environment through adherence to quality, health and safety and housekeeping standards
• Support the delivery of departmental and directorate objectives in line with company hallmarks working flexibly to support maintenance activities that may include transporting, positioning and delivering components, material and equipment.

What You’ll Bring To British Airways

• Good knowledge of engineering procedures and technical documentation and ability to comprehend technical publications.
• Highly self-motivated, capable of working with minimal supervision and as part of a team
• Good Prioritisation, planning and organisation
• Technical decision making

Your Experience

• Applicant shall hold an CAA 66 Cat A or Cat B licence
• Valid full UK driving licence (or equivalent)
• Ability to hold airport restricted zone access (essential for Terminal based role)
• Ability to hold an airside driving licence
• Successful applicants must attain relevant authorisations for their work area.
• Ability to hold Cat3 / HGV driving permit (desirable)
• Ability to carry out aircraft headset functions

Information About Shift Pattern

The shifts offered will either be 4 Days, 2 Days/2 Nights or 4 Nights, depending on the business requirements.

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

At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.

Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.