B1.3 Licensed Engineer

Aviation Links; Sywell; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days A/L + Bank Holidays

Private Medical

Type Training supported

Overtime

On Call allowances

Income Protection

Job summary

JMC Aviation is recruiting on behalf of a Northampton-based rotary maintenance provider for a B1.3 Licensed Engineer (Rotary). The role focuses on maintenance, inspections and fault diagnosis of helicopters, with training opportunities and flexible hours.

You will certify tasks under license and company approvals, keep precise records, work with engineering and planning teams, and uphold safety and quality in the hangar. A full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK are essential.

Qualifications

• UK CAA Part 66 B1.3 licence required.
• Experience maintaining rotary helicopters.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding abilities.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, inspections, fault diagnosis and rectification on helicopters.
• Certify maintenance tasks within licence and company approvals.
• Ensure work complies with regulatory requirements and procedures.
• Complete accurate maintenance and technical records.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Planning teams to deliver service.
• Maintain safety, quality and housekeeping in the hangar.

Skills

Rotary helicopter maintenance know-how

Troubleshooting and fault finding

Independent and team work

Full UK driving licence

Right to work in the UK

UK CAA Part 66 B1.3 licence

Job description

Job Title: B1.3 Licensed Engineer (Rotary)
Location: Northampton
Employment Type: Permanent (Monday – Friday or 4 day week)

• 20 days A/L + Bank Holidays
• Private Medical
• Type Training supported
• Overtime
• On Call allowances
• Income Protection

About the Role

On behalf of our client, an established rotary maintenance and support organisation headquartered in Northampton, we are recruiting for B1.3 Licensed Engineers to assist with maintenance activities. Known for being a reputable and established rotary provider, the organisation is looking to grow its maintenance department, providing additional training opportunities as well as flexible working hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, inspections, fault diagnosis and rectification on the helicopters in the companies care.
• Certify maintenance tasks within the scope of your license and company approvals.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with regulatory requirements and company procedures.
• Complete accurate maintenance and technical records.
• Work collaboratively with the Engineering team and planning to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping within the hangar.
• UK CAA Part 66 B1.3 Aircraft Maintenance Licence
• Strong knowledge of rotary wing maintenance practices
• Excellent troubleshooting and fault finding skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence
• Right to work in the UK

Why Work with JMC Aviation?

At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles — contract or permanent.

• Industry-leading compliance support
• Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
• Dedicated recruitment consultant
• Placements across the globe
• Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector

Compliance & Equal Opportunities

JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.

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