B1 Aircraft Mechanic (Contract)

STS Aviation Group; Newquay; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Aviation Services in Newquay, Cornwall, United Kingdom, is seeking an experienced B1 Aircraft Mechanic on a contract basis to support its winter maintenance programme.

The role requires hands-on maintenance on large commercial aircraft, with a focus on safety, accuracy and timely delivery at the STS hangar in Newquay. Start is September, with employment contingent on UK work authorisation and clear DBS checks as needed.

Qualifications

• At least two years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• Experience performing repairs, overhaul and maintenance on large commercial aircraft.
• Previous hands-on mechanical experience working with live aircraft.
• Good knowledge of aircraft systems.
• Valid authorisation to work for any employer in the United Kingdom.
• UK work authorisation must have at least two years remaining before expiration.
• Valid DBS check or ability to obtain one.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on customer aircraft.
• Complete aircraft repair, maintenance and overhaul activities.
• Follow STS Aviation Services and customer-specific interface processes.
• Record all completed maintenance activities accurately.
• Ensure man-hour bookings are completed correctly and on time.
• Maintain high standards of aircraft maintenance workmanship.
• Complete assigned maintenance activities efficiently and within required timeframes.
• Support customer expectations for quality and operational performance.
• Maintain high standards of workplace safety and cleanliness.
• Follow all company procedures and policies.
• Comply with workplace health and safety requirements.
• Follow Control of Substances Hazardous to Health regulations.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Live aircraft experience

Attention to detail

Safety standards

Communication skills

Record keeping

Job description

STS Aviation Services is hiring experienced B1 Aircraft Mechanics for contract positions supporting its winter maintenance programme in Newquay, Cornwall, United Kingdom.

These contracts are scheduled to begin in September and offer experienced aircraft mechanics the opportunity to support scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on large commercial aircraft at the STS Aviation Services hangar in Newquay.

Applicants must be UK citizens or currently hold valid authorisation to work for any employer in the United Kingdom. Any applicable work authorisation must have at least two years remaining before its expiration date.

Position Overview

The B1 Aircraft Mechanic will perform aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul activities while ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with STS Aviation Services and customer requirements.

This position requires recent hands‑on mechanical experience working with live commercial aircraft, strong knowledge of aircraft systems and the ability to maintain accurate maintenance and labour records.

• Job Title: B1 Aircraft Mechanic
• Employment Type: Contract
• Start Date: September
• Location: Newquay, Cornwall, United Kingdom

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on customer aircraft
• Complete aircraft repair, maintenance and overhaul activities
• Follow STS Aviation Services and customer‑specific interface processes
• Record all completed maintenance activities accurately
• Ensure man‑hour bookings are completed correctly and on time
• Maintain high standards of aircraft maintenance workmanship
• Complete assigned maintenance activities efficiently and within required timeframes
• Support customer expectations for quality and operational performance
• Maintain high standards of workplace safety and cleanliness
• Follow all company procedures and policies
• Comply with workplace health and safety requirements
• Follow Control of Substances Hazardous to Health regulations

Qualifications

• At least two years of aircraft maintenance experience
• Experience performing repairs, overhaul and maintenance on large commercial aircraft
• Previous hands‑on mechanical experience working with live aircraft
• Good knowledge of aircraft systems
• Valid authorisation to work for any employer in the United Kingdom
• UK work authorisation must have at least two years remaining before expiration
• Valid Disclosure and Barring Service check or the ability to obtain one
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills