B1.3 Engineer Shawbury

Omega Resource Group; Shawbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An aviation maintenance company based in Shawbury is looking for a B1 Licensed Helicopter Engineer to oversee rotorcraft maintenance and repairs. The successful candidate will lead flight operational support, ensure compliance with CAA regulations, and have a B1.3 licence. This permanent role requires a thorough understanding of airframe and engine systems, along with relevant maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of engine and airframe systems.
• Up-to-date knowledge of CAA regulations.
• Experience in maintenance and repair of rotorcraft.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering operational support to Flight Operations.
• Perform maintenance inspections and repairs.
• Lead a team to ensure safe operation of the aircraft.

Skills

Knowledge of engine and airframe systems

Knowledge of specialised test equipment

Experience with SAP and ERP software

CAA regulations knowledge

Ability to conduct maintenance inspections

Education

CAA Part 66 B1.3 Licence (Turbine Rotorcraft)

3 years’ experience in a certifying role

Job description

B1 Licensed Helicopter Engineer

Location: Shawbury

Contract: Permanent

Overview

We are currently working with a helicopter manufacturer based on a military flight training school. This role will report directly to the Maintenance Operations Manager. As a B1.3 Licensed Engineer you will be responsible for the certification of line, non‑routine maintenance and repair on rotorcraft.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering operational support to Flight Operations.
• Accomplishment of maintenance inspections and repairs.
• Work as a team leader and ensure continued safe operation of the aircraft.
• Completion of maintenance, including airframe structure, power plant, mechanical and electrical systems.
• Replacement of avionic line replaceable units, requiring simple tests to prove their serviceability.
• Supervision of mechanical fitters and the certification of their work.
• Conduct off‑aircraft mechanical, power plant, component and composite technical work in workshops as required.
• Assist in day‑to‑day running of the aircraft hangar, including aircraft movement and general housekeeping responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must have thorough knowledge of engine and airframe systems.
• Knowledge of specialised test equipment relating to engine and airframe systems.
• Must have up‑to‑date knowledge of: CAA regulations, particularly Pt 145, Part M and UK ANOs; Continued Airworthiness Management (CAM); Flight/Airport Operations; Aircraft Line Maintenance.
• Experience with SAP and ERP software.
• CAA Part 66 B1.3 Licence (Turbine Rotorcraft).
• 3 years’ experience in a certifying role.
• Experience of Flight Operations and Line Maintenance.
• Shift working as part of normal working pattern.
• Travel between Valley, Shawbury and Oxford.
• Due to the nature of this position, you will require DBS Security Clearance and be eligible for SC clearance.
• Applicants must meet any/all requirements of Export Compliance Regulations.

Additional requirements

For more information on this role, please contact Jules Bujalska or submit your CV to the appropriate contact.