Apprentice Aircraft Mechanic

DEA Aviation Ltd.; Retford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation operator is seeking an Apprentice Aircraft Mechanic to start their career in Aircraft Engineering at Gamston Airport. The apprenticeship includes a mix of classroom learning and practical experience, with off-site training in the first year. Ideal candidates should have a passion for aviation and five GCSEs at grade 5 or above including Maths, English, and a Science/Technical subject. Join a dynamic team and learn from experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• Must be able to undertake physical elements of the role.

Responsibilities

• Attend college regularly and complete all college work.
• Pass all required exams within the designated timeframe.
• Attend the workplace during college holidays.
• Observe and shadow experienced Engineers and Mechanics.
• Participate in all training as required.
• Comply with the DEA Aviation code of conduct.
• Act safely and consider local compliance and safety.
• Undertake reasonable activities as requested by Hangar management.

Skills

Passion for Aviation

Good at undertaking practical tasks

Good interpersonal/communication skills

PC literate

Solid organisation and time management skills

Education

Five GCSEs at Grade 5 or above including Math's, English and one Science/Technical subject

Job description

Apprentice Aircraft Mechanic

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Apprentice

Location: Gamston Airport, Retford

Reporting To: Lee Wilkinson

Description

DEA Aviation is now looking for an Apprentice Aircraft Mechanic to join the team in September 2025.

Through a blend of classroom and workshop learning with our learning provider in combination with hands-on experience on our fleet of aircraft, the apprenticeship is an opportunity to start a career in Aircraft Engineering with an operator leading the way with ISR capability.

The first year of this Apprenticeship will be off-site in Kemble/Humberside, then shifts will be assigned in year 2.

Key Responsibilities

• To attend college regularly, completing all college work to the best of ability and making submissions within designated deadlines (no holidays to be taken during college term time)
• To pass all required exams within the timeframe designated by the training provider
• To attend the workplace during college holidays or if college is closed for any reason
• To observe and shadow experienced Engineers and Mechanics to learn the skills, processes and techniques required in order to carry out the role
• To participate in all training as required by our learning provider
• To behave responsibly at all times, complying with the DEA Aviation code of conduct and acting as an ambassador for DEA Aviation (Gamston)
• To act in a safe manner at all times giving consideration to local compliance and safety requirements
• To undertake any reasonable activities as requested by Hangar management in line with the role

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Passion for Aviation
• Good at undertaking practical tasks
• Five GCSEs at Grade 5 or above including Math's, English and one Science/Technical subject
• Good interpersonal/communication skills
• PC literate
• Able to demonstrate solid organisation and time management skills
• Must be able to undertake physical elements of the role