B1.3 Licensed Engineer

Matchtech; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech, on behalf of a client in Oxfordshire, seeks a skilled B1.3 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to support the ongoing airworthiness and maintenance of rotary aircraft.

You will perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, defect diagnosis, and certify CRS in line with UK CAA regulations and company procedures, supervising junior staff as needed.

Qualifications

• UK CAA Part-66 B1.3 Aircraft Maintenance Licence (Turbine Rotorcraft).
• Type rating on H125/H130/H135/H145/H160 is desirable.
• Experience in a Part-145 maintenance environment.
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting abilities.
• Thorough knowledge of airworthiness and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform and certify maintenance on helicopters within B1.3 scope.
• Carry out inspections, repairs, and component replacements.
• Complete CRS under company authorisations and maintain records.
• Support line/base maintenance and AOG recovery as required.
• Supervise mechanics, fitters, and apprentices.

Skills

B1.3 Licence

Rotorcraft type ratings

Part-145 experience

Fault finding

Regulatory compliance

Team supervision

Job description

Our client is actively recruiting for multiple B1.3 Licensed Aircraft Engineers on a permanent basis in Oxfordshire, to support the maintenance and continued airworthiness of their Rotary fleet.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out and certifying maintenance activities in accordance with UK CAA regulations, approved maintenance data, and company procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and certify scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on helicopters within the scope of B1.3 licence privileges.
• Carry out inspections, defect diagnosis, repairs, modifications, and component replacements.
• Troubleshoot and rectify airframe, engine, transmission, rotor, hydraulic, fuel, and mechanical system defects.
• Complete Certificates of Release to Service (CRS) in accordance with company authorisations.
• Ensure all maintenance documentation and technical records are accurately completed.
• Comply with Part-145 requirements, Safety Management System (SMS) procedures, and company policies.
• Support line maintenance, base maintenance, and Aircraft on Ground (AOG) recovery activities as required.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to mechanics, fitters, and apprentices.

Essential Requirements:

• UK CAA Part-66 B1.3 Aircraft Maintenance Licence (Turbine Rotorcraft).
• Type rating and certification experience on one or more of the following:
• H125
• H130
• H135
• H145
• H160
• Experience within a Part-145 maintenance environment.
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent understanding of airworthiness and regulatory requirements.

Desirable:

• Multiple Airbus Helicopters type ratings.
• Ground run authorisation.
• Rotor track and balance experience.
• Previous experience supporting EMS, offshore, utility, military, or commercial helicopter operations.

Key Competencies:

• Safety and compliance focused.
• Strong technical judgement.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet operational deadlines.

If you are a dedicated B1.3 Licensed Engineer with a passion for maintaining and ensuring the airworthiness of rotary aircraft, we would love to hear from you.